Bancroft to increase sewer rates while continuing investigation

September 15, 2015

By Tony Pearson Looking at a growing deficit in its sewer account, Bancroft town council agreed last week to an immediate two percent increase in ...

Wards petition submitted to Hastings Highlands

A petition has been made to Hastings Highlands council to equalize its voting system.

Bancroft doubles sewer rates

In an effort to stop the growth of its sewer deficit, which is threatening Bancroft’s financial capacity, the town council has decided to double sewer rates in 2017. In addition, water rates will increase by nearly six per cent. So if you are currently paying $50 a month for each, next year you will pay $100 for sewer and $53 for water.

Bancroft Canadian Tire robbed

Bancroft OPP are looking for two men following a robbery at Bancroft's Canadian Tire last night.

Three Women Painters unveil Landscapes of the Spirit

By Nate Smelle The exhibit Three Women Painters: Landscapes of the Spirit is currently on display at the Art Gallery of Bancroft. Sponsored by Barbara ...

2015 may be last year for Warriors’ Day in Coe Hill

By Jim Eadie The 15th annual two-day Warriors Day in Coe Hill went off with a bang this past weekend on Sept. 5 and 6 ...

Local scout attends World Jamboree in Japan

By Tony Pearson People will often go a long way to find harmony. As an example, Jonas Hill recently returned from a 15,000 kilometre trip ...

Man to petition OMB

Hastings Highlands council has until April 2017 to change its election process, according to a local constituent.

Wollaston fire chief and deputy chief resign

In a letter dated Dec. 1 and addressed to Wollaston Township, deputy fire chief Dave Jackson submitted his resignation effective the end of the year. Jackson has been part of the fire department for over 35 years.