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BWG to Honour Cst. Devon Northrup with Renaming of Local Park

In partnership with the South Simcoe Police Service (SSPS) and with the support of the Northrup family, the Town of BWG is dedicating a local park in honour of Constable Devon Northrup, who tragically lost his life in the line of duty on October 11, 2022.

We invite the community to join us for the official park renaming and dedication ceremony for Constable Devon Northrup on Monday, September 18 at 5:00 pm.

Currently known as Middletown Park, the community park located at 140 Langford Boulevard...

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BWG Animal Services Partners with Alliston District Humane Society

BWG Animal Services is now partnering with the Alliston District Humane Society to provide Municipal Shelter Services for the Town.

ADHS is volunteer based, with 2 veterinary technicians on site, ample staff to look after the animals, and a beautiful property with 49 acres of walking trails.
Available animals for adoption can be found by visiting: allistonhumane.com/about-adoption.

Important facts to consider for pet owners and those looking to adopt:

• If your dog is picked up by an officer, all...

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151 Simcoe Road (County Job) Paving Work

Work Notice Paving work will be done on 151 Simcoe Road starting 8 a.m. on Wednesday, September 13 and Thursday, September 14 as part of a County of Simcoe project. ⁠

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Local Volunteers Recognized at the 2023 Ontario Volunteer Service Awards

During a recognition ceremony held in Barrie yesterday evening, several local volunteers were recognized for their outstanding contributions and years of service toward different community organizations.

Congratulations to the following Ontario Volunteer Service Award recipients, recognized for their years of service and for playing an instrumental role in their respective community organization:

• Bill Jermyn, Chase Pickard (youth award recipient), Cyndie Pasquarella, Grace Wittig, John Blake, Park...

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Notice of Construction Highway 11 Township of King

This will serve as formal notification of construction on Highway 11, northwest of Bathurst Street in the Township of King.

Description:

• York Region is rehabilitating a bridge

• Bridges allow rivers, streams and wildlife to pass freely under the road
• This work includes improving the supports located underneath the bridge

Duration:

• September 15, 2023 until late November 2023

Impacts to Travellers:

• Bridge work will occur on weekdays and Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
• Disruption to traffic is not anticipated...

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