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Ontario Highlands tourism agency wants to hear from people offering visitor accommodations

April 2, 2012
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Ontario Highlands tourism agency wants to hear from people offering visitor accommodations

PEMBROKE, ON – The Ontario’s Highlands Tourism Organization (OHTO) is one of 13 Regional Tourism Organizations created by the Ontario government to carry out initiatives that increase tourism to Ontario. Research plays a critical role in identifying those initiatives and this spring, the OHTO will undertake a research project in an effort to better understand the accommodation sector in the region. “Understanding the current state of our accommodation base is a crucial step towards increasing tourism to the region,” says Nicole Whiting, OHTO Manager. “We are promoting Ontario’s Highlands as a place to experience several unique and outstanding...

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Most power restored, but some areas around Coe Hill could be dark until Sunday

March 3, 2012
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Most power restored, but some areas around Coe Hill could be dark until Sunday

COE HILL — Most power  seems to have been restored to the Coe Hill and Apsley areas as of 5:30 p.m. Sat., March 3, but hundreds of homes may not have electricity until Sunday afternoon, Hydro One says. Around 8,000 homes and businesses in the area south and southwest of Bancroft lost power overnight Friday into Saturday, as a windy winter storm swept through the area. Hydro One’s online power outage map shows isolated outages across eastern Ontario.  Local outages remain in and around Coe Hill, along Highway 62 south of Bancroft, around Limerick...

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Almost 8,000 homes without power in Coe Hill and Apsley areas; wind warning continues

March 3, 2012
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Almost 8,000 homes without power in Coe Hill and Apsley areas; wind warning continues

COE HILL — Hydro One says almost 8,000 homes and businesses are without power after a windy winter storm rolled through eastern Ontario overnight March 2 to March 3, 2012. As of 1 p.m., power was still out to the wide area of northern Hastings County and the northeast corner of Peterborough County, according to the Hydro One online power outage map. The map indicates crews were working in the area.  An 11:30 a.m. restoration time was forecast, but the power was still out in Coe Hill. The power went out overnight, around 1...

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New online applications for Ontario’s moose, deer and elk hunt licence draws; no more mail-in forms

February 29, 2012
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New online applications for Ontario’s moose, deer and elk hunt licence draws; no more mail-in forms

Ontario government press release TORONTO — Ontario is making it easier for hunters to enter big game draws for moose, deer and elk. For the first time, hunters can now enter the draws online. Draws can also be entered over the phone or by filling out and submitting a paper application at one of 69 select ServiceOntario centres across the province. Mail-in paper applications for big-game draws are no longer available. Hunters who want to purchase their moose and deer licences at the same time they enter draws can do so in a single...

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Nominate someone for a Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal this spring

February 26, 2012
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Ontario government press release TORONOTO — Ontarians have the opportunity to recognize outstanding members of their communities by nominating them for a Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal. This medal pays special tribute to Queen Elizabeth II’s 60 years on the throne and honours her life-long commitment to her responsibilities, by recognizing those who have made significant contributions to Ontario and Canada. Starting Feb. 25, 2012, any Ontarian can use the e-nomination form to nominate a deserving Ontarian. The nomination period ends on April 30, 2012. “I encourage Ontarians to take this opportunity to recognize someone...

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2 men charged after illegal hunting probe uncovers break-in near Woodview

February 6, 2012
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2 men charged after illegal hunting probe uncovers break-in near Woodview

View Larger Map Ontario Provincial Police press release NORTH KAWARTHA Twp. – On Saturday February 4, 2012 officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and the Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) investigated Illegal Hunting and Break and Enter to a Hull’s Road address. Ministry of Natural Resources officers and their Canine Unit had earlier responded to a complaint of illegal hunting in the Hull’s Road area. They had tracked a wounded deer, locating its carcass and then tracked the suspected hunter and companion. During the track the officers located a shed that had been...

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New wheelchair is now ready for use at Coe Hill Legion

February 2, 2012
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New wheelchair is now ready for use at Coe Hill Legion

Submitted by Robert Woodley COE HILL — Following a summer of delays, disappointments and lift equipment malfunctions the new lift at Royal Canadian Legion Branch 581 in Coe Hill has finally passed various tests and inspections was deemed ready for use. At the regular legion monthly meal on Sun., Jan 29th the lift was put into service for the first time. Nancy Campbell-Hubbard attended the dinner and required the use of the lift to easily enter the hall. In the photo is Nancy legion president Harold Nash and Marilyn Brickles.  Marilyn was instrumental in...

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Good work of 10 Coe Hill public school students celebrated

January 25, 2012
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Good work of 10 Coe Hill public school students celebrated

COE HILL — On Jan. 20, 10  Coe Hill public school students were recognized for their school work and self discipline, Bancroft This Week reports The morning school assembly at the school was led by vice principal Rob Lake. It first celebrated the work of six students who were awarded “Terrific Kids” awards from the Kiwanis Club. The recognition of these students related to them demonstrating leadership in their classes, and role modeling self-control and initiative. Four other students also  were honoured by the Royal Canadian Legion Branch in Coe Hill. They created Remembrance...

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OPP costs OK, but conservation authority fees irk Wollaston council

January 22, 2012
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OPP costs OK, but conservation authority fees irk Wollaston council

COE HILL – Wollaston Township council isn’t happy with rising Crowe Valley Conservation Authority costs, says a report in Bancroft this Week. The cost for Ontario Provincial Police wasn’t a concern, however. Here’s the story:

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Winter energy saving tips from Ontario government

December 24, 2011
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Winter energy saving tips from Ontario government

Source: Ontario Government press release TORONTO — Energy conservation is an important part of Ontario’s Long-Term Energy Plan, which has set a goal of reducing energy consumption by 7,100 MW by the year 2030. That is the equivalent of taking over 2.4 million homes off the grid. Ontario families can help manage their energy use this winter by following some simple conservation tips: 1. Install a programmable thermostat: When properly set, a thermostat can reduce heating and cooling costs by up to 10 per cent. Set your thermostat to 20°C when you’re at home...

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