OakvilleBeaver News

Transformer explodes at packaging plant

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 18:18:46 EST

Residents in the area of the Bronte GO Station and Wyecroft Road received a bit of a scare Wednesday afternoon as an explosion broke the calm of the evening commute.

Blink buys Milton Hydro Telecom

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 17:44:32 EST

Oakville Hydro Corporation, through its telecommunications subsidiary, Blink Communications, has agreed to buy Milton Hydro Telecom Inc.

Worker left in a lurch by Ford

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 16:00:39 EST

His story is a sad one and there are around 350 others out there with stories just like it.

Ford puts third shift on hold

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 09:57:13 EST

Ford has delayed the addition of a third shift and hundreds of jobs at its Oakville assembly plant indefinitely because of an abrupt downturn in sales of crossover vehicles.

Checking Oakville's vital signs

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

Poverty, homelessness and abuse all exist here in Oakville. Much of it is hidden.

Counselling program on hold

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

A program designed to provide counselling to residents on social assistance has reached a standstill.

Foster Tree Parents wanted

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

Oakvillegreen Conservation Association is looking for a few good parents to help make Oakville a greener, leafier place to live.

Community Update - July 23

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

Forward announcements of non-profit local events for Community Update to the Oakville Beaver, 467 Speers Rd., Oakville, ON, L6K 3S4; e-mail angela@oakvillebeaver.com or call 905-845-3824, ext. 248. Free.

Local students lead at home and abroad

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

They are leaders at their high schools and for two weeks, they went to Europe to become global leaders -- pushing for United Nation-like resolutions, practicing diplomacy skills and representing global commissions.

Swim for the Cure hopes to top $100,000 mark Saturday

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

Around 20 swimmers are hoping for wind at their backs and not too much sun during the eighth annual Swim for the Cure, set for Saturday.

Fundraising regatta Saturday

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

The third annual BMO Nesbitt Burns OTMH (Oakville-Trafalgar Memorial Hospital) Regatta will take place Saturday, July 26.

Oakvillegreen introduces Tree Jeopardy

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

This Saturday, July 26 Oakvillegreen Conservation Association will present a green version of the popular TV game show, Jeopardy.

Students recognized by May Court

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

Twenty-nine Oakville students received scholarships totaling $39,730.00 from the May Court Club of Oakville on June 24.

Knox team cycles 175 km to help at home

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

From ... 'Wouldn't it be neat?' uttered by Reverend Mike Marsden, Presbyterian pedal power not only celebrated the 175th anniversary of Knox Presbyterian Church, but raised $10,000 for Home Suite Hope.

Last Week's Poll Results

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

Last week's poll: Is the Town of Oakville fulfilling its vision statement of being the most livable town in Canada?

Foul weather has Open crews working overtime

Mon, 21 Jul 2008 16:43:04 EST

There was a flurry of activity at Glen Abbey Golf Club on Monday, but it wasn't the type of excitement that RBC Canadian Open organizers were banking on.

Sara Carlin: A life cut way too short

Sat, 19 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

It has been more than a year, but her room is still largely the way she left it. Her iPod sits in its charger, her schoolbooks remain on their shelves and her clothes wait on their hangers for an owner who will never return.

People want power, not the plant

Sat, 19 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

Oakville would not welcome a power generating station.

Region wants federal government to freeze social housing funding

Sat, 19 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

Halton Region wants the federal government to freeze its funding for social housing at the current level, instead of gradually reducing it, to help make needed repairs to Ontario's social housing stock.

Program teaches independence to physically challenged teens

Sat, 19 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

For the first time in 17 years, Ritu Jain slept at night without the comfort of knowing that her son, Anchit Jain, was at home with her.

Community Update - July 19

Sat, 19 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

Getting help with postpartum blues

Sat, 19 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

New moms in Halton experiencing postpartum depression, or other mood disorders (PPMD) no longer have to suffer in silence thanks to a peer-to-peer support group.

Counselling for teens facing abuse

Sat, 19 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

The Sexual Assault & Violence Intervention Services of Halton (SAVIS) is offering a one-to-one counselling to youth survivors of violence on-site at the YMCA of Hamilton/Burlington.

Auxiliary to benefit from Coate's experience

Sat, 19 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

When it comes to volunteering, Doug Coate, the new President of the Oakville-Trafalgar Memorial Hospital (OTMH) Auxiliary considers service to others an honour and a privilege.

Cat burglar suspect arrested

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

Halton police have made an arrest in connection with a rash of residential break and enters in June and July in Oakville and Milton.

Boy's severe allergies a hurdle at daycare

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

When placing a child in daycare most parents will check high and low to be certain the facility is ideal for their young one, however, one woman was recently sent reeling after a local daycare informed her that her young one was not ideal for it.

Task force on youth mental health issues proposed

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

Halton Region is looking into the feasibility of creating a task force that would address youth mental health issues.

Roads close as Open arrives

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

The RBC Canadian Open is coming to Oakville next week, but with the tournament come road and sidewalk closures.

Tailor made for Miss Teen Canada

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

Most high school students look forward to the summer break as a time to relax and break free from the many commitments of the school year.

Midnight Madness should draw thousands to downtown Oakville

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

The annual Midnight Madness event is expected to draw more than 50,000 people to downtown Oakville tonight.

Cutbacks ordered in region's dental financial assistance program

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

Halton Region is cutting back on part of its dental financial assistance program.

Region wants pop can deposit

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

Halton Region is calling on the Province to consider putting a deposit on pop cans and water bottles to help reduce littering.

Halton community fund doles out healthy grants

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

Almost $100,000 is being distributed to seven community-based projects from the Halton Healthy Community Fund.

Region says GreenCart program a hit with residents

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

The majority of Halton residents are on board with Halton Region's new waste diversion program.

Bronte Beaches still not fit for swimming

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

As the heat wave continues, Coronation Park beaches remain safe for swimming, but Bronte Beach does not.

Chance meeting in northeast India gave student purpose

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

In the fall of 2007, Samir Alkabie signed up for a trip to Mizoram, a remote mountainous region in northeast India, with the Global Youth Network, a Christian non-profit organization, in hopes of experiencing a new culture, and distributing some 400 dental hygiene supplies as a personal initiative to help people in developing countries.

Ten super getaways mark Gold Book's 10th anniversary

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

Celebrating its 10th anniversary this year, Gold Book is launching yet another innovative online initiative and an anniversary contest that will award 10 super getaway vacation packages to such exotic destinations as Nassau, Jamaica and Cuba.

Community Update - July 18

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

Green light for action plans for regional committees

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

Action plans for Halton Region's standing committees in 2009 have been given the go-ahead by regional council.

LaserNetworks buys Alberta printing firm

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

LaserNetworks, Canada's leading print solutions company, has acquired ComPrint Solutions Inc., Alberta's largest printing and imaging service provider.

Lampstand fundraiser

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

A Habitat For Humanity Fundraiser Lampstand Music Festival will be an all-day concert July 26 at Milton's Country Heritage Park.

Cyclists ready to travel 175 km for Knox

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

To celebrate the 175th anniversary of Knox Presbyterian Church, eight cyclists will travel 175 kilometres in a gruelling bike-a-thon this Saturday.

Youths ready to do odd jobs

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

The Odd Job Squad, an initiative of the Oakville Service Canada Centre for Youth (SCCY), has youths ready to help.

Families Are Munching got students talking

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

My name is Michele Moniz and I volunteer with Families Are Munching (FAM).

Region hosts skin cancer screening clinic at Open

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

The Halton Region Health Department and the Canadian Dermatology Association will be at the RBC Canadian Open at Glen Abbey Golf Club in Oakville on July 24-25 to host a skin cancer screening clinic and information booth on sun safety.

Residents want school closures reviewed

Wed, 16 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

Residents angered by the Halton District School Board's July 2 decision to close four area schools in southeast Oakville have taken the first steps towards bringing about a review of the situation.

Senior dies of injuries from house fire

Wed, 16 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

An elderly Oakville man died Tuesday as a result of injuries sustained in an early morning fire.

Park plan ahead of the curve

Wed, 16 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

The Town of Oakville officially broke ground on the $63.1 million North Park construction project yesterday.

School nutrition program hungry for funding

Wed, 16 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

To demonstrate the severity of a problem in school lunchrooms across Halton, Lena Bassford of Halton Food for Thought passed out a brown paper bag to each councillor at a recent Halton Region committee meeting.

Boat stripped and dumped

Wed, 16 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

There are many things that can create traffic problems, but a 19-foot boat partially blocking the road isn't one of the more common variety.