Nelia Raposo

Plans are in the works to tear the longtime store down and replace it with a new commercial building Ballinafad Farm Market and Variety – the only store in the village – is closing at the end of August. The building on Trafalgar Road is set to be…

The Acton-based company has provided the free gloves to schools throughout Halton Hills and community organizations Superior Glove is giving local residents who want to beautify the community a clean hand up. In partnership with the Town of Halton…

The group, founded by two local women, is out and about on local streets four times a week When Grace Fowler posted a message on a social media community page this winter looking for a walking buddy, she didn’t know what to expect. Jessica Tate…

With local arenas closed for the second winter due to pandemic restrictions, some families have created an ice rink of their own. Kathryn Gallinger’s son Luke plays rep hockey in Georgetown. So when the local arena shut down, his parents sprang into…

The initiative offers free clothing for anyone in need An accessible community closet is now open at St. Andrew's United Church in Georgetown. The church recently moved the room full of free clothing from the basement to the main floor to provide…

The Superior Glove team who went to Honduras to teach English is back and spreading the word about their touching experiences in Central America. Acton resident Derek Neal is one of four employees from across North America who took the trip to help…

A local man is looking to start the new year by making a difference in the lives of children. Derek Neal is one of four Superior Glove employees from across North America who will be teaching children English in Honduras starting Jan. 4. The new…

The annual tradition sees residents 'adopt' 700 local seniors and play Santa, fulfilling their adorable Christmas wish lists A gift from Santa will be delivered to about 700 seniors in Halton Hills this year, thanks to a group of Georgetown moms and…

From putting out an oven fire to simply being a listening ear, these neighbours-turned-friends certainly have each other's backs. *Do you have the best neighbour? Please reach out to melanie@haltonhillstoday.ca to tell us more.* In our new…

In our new Neighbourly feature, we’re profiling neighbours in Halton Hills whose relationships have evolved into meaningful friendships Sandy Mucci can’t imagine ever moving from her quiet street in Georgetown – not unless she can bring her next-door…

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“Ultimately we are taking care of people’s most prized possessions – their children” While some municipalities are experiencing a shortage of crossing guards due to the pandemic, Halton Hills boasts a full complement of 40. “We are still hiring. With…

Driving into Georgetown on Ninth Line from Steeles Avenue, one can’t miss the large sign that says CAShh with its familiar apple logo. So what is CAShh? It’s Cancer Assistance Services of Halton Hills - a charitable organization that's been around…

Many Halton residents opting for staycations After being stuck at home for the better part of the past two years, people are travelling again. This despite rising inflation, unpredictable gas prices and a possible recession. Sandi Waller, a Halton…

After being stuck at home for the better part of the past two years, people are travelling again. This despite rising inflation, unpredictable gas prices and a possible recession. Sandi Waller, a Halton travel agent specializing in Disney vacations,…

The local group, which is looking for new members, has 100,000 reasons to celebrate at the moment What began as an idea during dinner with friends a few years ago has evolved into more than $100,000 benefitting charities in Halton Hills. Lori Gysel…

About 120 people gathered outside the Gellert Community Centre in Georgetown Wednesday evening (June 3) for a vigil, in memory of 215 Indigenous children whose bodies were discovered last week at a Kamloops, B.C., residential school. The discovery…

About 120 people gathered outside the Gellert Community Centre in Georgetown Wednesday evening (June 3) for a vigil, in memory of 215 Indigenous children whose bodies were discovered last week at a Kamloops, B.C., residential school. The discovery…

As Ontario braces for a second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, more and more parents are signing their kids up to gain the skills needed to stay home alone safely. Catherine McEwen, a Red Cross trainer, is seeing this firsthand. “Not everyone has the…

Red Cross trainer seeing great results from her home alone course As Ontario braces for a second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, more and more parents are signing their kids up to gain the skills needed to stay home alone safely. Catherine McEwen, a…