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If you’re looking to catch up on your news, we’ve got you covered!
Here are the biggest stories from this past week, provided in chronological order:
Passenger dead after morning collision in Burlington
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is investigating a deadly crash that happened Thursday morning in Burlington…
Georgetown man arrested after indecent act on park bench
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has arrested and charged a Georgetown man following an indecent act near a local walking trail…
Oakville receiving $13 million after exceeding development expectations
The Town of Oakville is receiving $13.2 million from the Ontario government after surpassing its 2024 housing target…
Halton continues to be one of the safest communities in Canada
Halton Region once again leads the way in community safety, posting the lowest Overall Crime Severity Index (CSI) among Ontario’s “Big 12” police jurisdictions, according to Statistics Canada’s latest Police-reported crime statistics in Canada, 2024 report…
Georgetown man wins quarter of a million dollars
A Georgetown man is the latest local lottery winner…
Halton Police searching for Home Depot thief
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is looking for an unknown woman after she reportedly stole hundreds of dollars worth of items from a local Home Depot store…
Attempted carjacking on Highway 403 being investigated by Burlington OPP
The Burlington detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating an attempted carjacking that took place on Highway 403 early in the morning of Monday, September 15th…
The history behind Milton’s Manuel Place and Strohan Place
On a weekly basis, we speak with Milton Historical Society President John Challinor II to gather information and details about the namesakes of our roads…
Milton Menace dominate North York Rangers to remain undefeated
The Milton Menace returned to the ice on Friday, September 26th to take on the North York Rangers…
Driver dead after single-vehicle collision in Milton
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) says a driver is dead following a motor vehicle collision in Milton…
Minimum wage is increasing once again in Ontario
The Ontario government has announced the province’s minimum wage will rise from $17.20 to $17.60 an hour this week…
Here’s how the Canada Post strike will affect local services
With Canada Post workers on strike, mail delivery has been suspended nationwide…
Oakville man wins $100,000 in lottery
An Oakville man is the latest local lottery winner…
Two suspects wanted after stealing $400+ in items from Winners
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is looking for two suspects following a theft case at a local retail store…
At least 73 potential crime cases reported in Milton last week
We have the latest crime map update from the Halton Regional Police Service…
Comedian Scott Faulconbridge headlining Milton show this weekend
Get ready for an evening of sharp wit and quick laughs as comedian Scott Faulconbridge takes the stage at the FirstOntario Arts Centre Milton this weekend…
Milton Menace hold off push from Cobourg Cougars to claim victory
The Milton Menace will be returning home this weekend undefeated…
Georgetown woman wins $50,000 in the lottery
A Georgetown woman is the latest local lottery winner…
Information session regarding additional residential units being held in October
The Town of Milton is inviting residents to a virtual information session to learn more about additional residential units (ARUs), which include self-contained living spaces such as basement apartments, garden suites, and granny flats…
MPL bringing back monthly pen pal initiative
The Milton Public Library (MPL) is inviting local teens to take part in its Project Pen Pal, a creative program that connects youth with seniors through the tradition of letter writing…
Unknown man steals $1000 in Nike products from local store
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is looking for an unknown man following a theft case at a local retail store…
Milton woman wins $89,000 in lottery
A Milton woman is feeling very lucky after winning the lottery…
Here’s what you need to know ahead of Milton’s Ward 1 By-Election
The Town of Milton Ward 1 By-Election is on Monday, October 6th…
Help clean-up local trail with Sustainable Milton
Residents are encouraged to roll up their sleeves and take part in a year-end clean-up and planting event along the Indian Creek Trail this weekend…
Stolen SUV found in Halton linked to other vehicle thefts reported in Guelph
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) recovered a 2024 Toyota Highlander earlier this week after it had been reported stolen from a parking lot near Gordon Street and Clair Road West…
Downtown Milton BIA holding Annual General Meeting
The Downtown Milton Business Improvement Area (BIA) is inviting business owners and community members to its 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM) next week…
SIU closes investigation on late-night deaths in Burlington
Ontario’s Special Investigations Unit (SIU) has concluded its review of a fatal incident in Burlington this past summer, determining no criminal charges will be laid against Halton Police officers…
Halton Police arrest Thornhill woman in human trafficking investigation
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has laid several criminal charges in response to a lengthy Human Trafficking investigation…
Fundraising Run for Milton taking strides this weekend
Run for Milton is set to return for another morning of fundraising…
Halton Police and CMHA teaming up for mental health pilot program
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has partnered with the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) of Halton to launch a new pilot program aimed at improving care for individuals in mental health distress while streamlining 9-1-1 operations…
Milton man plans to use lottery winnings on his children’s education
A Milton man is celebrating after winning $50,000 in the August 14th Wintario50 draw…
Halton Police holding another Cram-a-Cruiser food drive this weekend
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) are inviting the community to show their generosity at this year’s Cram-a-Cruiser food drive in support of the Fare Share Food Bank…
Special Waste Drop-off Day in Halton this weekend
Residents in Halton will have a convenient opportunity to safely dispose of household hazardous waste and electronics later this month…
Rise in distraction thefts in Halton targeting seniors
Seniors are being targeted in an increasing amount of distractions across Halton and the Greater Toronto and Hamilton area…
Oakville theatre set on fire and shot at over the span of one week
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is investigating two violent incidents targeting an Oakville theatre in the past week…
One passenger in Tuesday’s crash in Halton Hills has now died
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has confirmed that one of the passengers injured in a serious crash in Halton Hills this week has died in hospital…
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