Concern as Ontario announces new measures to curb spread of Omicron

As the province plans to return Ontario to a modified Step 2 of its COVID-19 reopening plan starting Wednesday, there are concerns locally about how the new measures will impact businesses, low-income workers and others. The measures, which Ontario Premier Doug Ford says are aimed at blunting a surge in Omicron cases and prevent hospitals […]

Doug Ford to address Ontario at 11 a.m. amid COVID case surge

Ontario Premier Doug Ford has scheduled an announcement Monday morning as the Omicron variant fuels a record surge of COVID-19 cases across the province. He is scheduled to speak at 11 a.m. Health Minister Christine Elliott and Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Kieran Moore are also set to appear, along with the CEO of […]

Del Duca calls for action in schools

Del Duca said Ford has many ways to ensure a safe return to school including establishing a rapid testing program, ensuring every classroom has a HEPA filter, and shrinking class sizes.

Letters to the Editor: Dec. 7

Pleasant surprise What an awesome transformation of the former Kellogg cereal plant. Wellspring and Keeping Kids Warm (helping homeless teens one stitch at a time) donation centres offered to help in my endeavour to knit gloves. The Christmas market entry fee of $5 allows for more spending on the wide variety of crafts. Check it […]