Female heart attacks – what you need to know
NURSE'S HEART ATTACK EXPERIENCE I am an ER nurse and this is the best description of this event that I have ever heard. Please read, pay attention, and send it on! FEMALE HEART ATTACKS I was aware that female heart attacks are different, but this is the best description I've ever read. Women and heart attacks (Myocardial infarction). Did you know that women rarely have the same
Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa opens in Oakville
The opening of the Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa in South East Oakville marks the third spa in the Greater Toronto Area and is part of a steady and strategic plan for the expansion of the Hand & Stone brand across Canada. “We are excited to see our expansion into the Oakville market”, said Gigi Harding, Hand & Stone Canada’s CEO. The owner of the new franchise, Magdalena Gomez, is
Ward 4 thrown into another accommodation/program review
As previously reported, families in Ward 4 have once again been thrown into another accommodation/program review after a decision was made by the Halton District School Board trustees to move forward. Other Halton communities are also going through similar exercises as well so Ward 4 is not alone. Yes, it seems mismanagement and community schools not remaining a priority are causing grief to
Local media’s coverage angers residents
What do you think the local media's role is in a community? Do you believe it is to serve as a vehicle to get reams of advertising to your door all in the name of commerce or is it to actually report on local issues that affect the community without being simply a PR machine for local and national politicians? Do you believe that journalism standards should expect local media ask comprehensive
Cinderella & Prince Charming Project
The Cinderella & Prince Charming Project is a charitable event, inviting in-need students in both grades 8 and 12 to experience a day of “shopping” through new and gently used Graduation outfits, accessories, and shoes.
Green Building summit being held in Oakville
Have you been wondering recently how you can be greener or what companies provide green services and products. You can find out some of this information by attending the Green Building summit on December 2 at Oakville's Town Hall at 1225 Trafalgar Road.
Education
Ward 4 thrown into another accommodation/program review
As previously reported, families in Ward 4 have once again been thrown into another accommodation/program review after a decision was made by the Halton District School Board trustees to move forward. Other Halton communities are also going through similar exercises as well so Ward 4 is not alone. Yes, it seems mismanagement and community schools not … [Read More...]
Ward 4 boundary review – What should happen!
The Halton District School Board trustees decided last night to include a motion in next week's board meeting about initiating a Ward 4 boundary review. Two old sayings struck me last night as I listened to the discussions around the HDSB table. 1. Don't shoot the messenger. 2. Play to the crowd. Don't Shoot the Messenger The report … [Read More...]
Attend the HDSB meeting on Wednesday unless you don’t mind losing your local school
Do you care if your children are sent to another school next year? If you do you may want to consider attending the Halton District School Board meeting tonight (Wednesday, Nov. 30th). The Halton District School Board is holding a special meeting to discuss initiating an accommodation review for Ward 4 even though this area had the same activity occur … [Read More...]
Community
Local media’s coverage angers residents
What do you think the local media's role is in a community? Do you believe it is to serve as a vehicle to get reams of advertising to your door all in the name of commerce or is it to actually report on local issues that affect the community without being simply a PR machine for local and national politicians? Do you believe that journalism standards … [Read More...]
Featured Business
Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa opens in Oakville
The opening of the Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa in South East Oakville marks the third spa in the Greater Toronto Area and is part of a steady and strategic plan for the expansion of the Hand & Stone brand across Canada. “We are excited to see our expansion into the Oakville market”, said Gigi Harding, Hand & Stone Canada’s CEO. The owner of … [Read More...]
Health
Female heart attacks – what you need to know
NURSE'S HEART ATTACK EXPERIENCE I am an ER … [Read More...]
Why is ADHD students not identified under Spec Ed
Why is a child with ADHD not identified as a … [Read More...]
Environment
Green Building summit being held in Oakville
Have you been wondering recently how you can be … [Read More...]
Task force calls for a stopping new air polluters in Oakville
A victory may have been won for the Town of … [Read More...]
Bronte Creek oil cleanup methods considered
The Bronte Creek spill is still causing issues for … [Read More...]
