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A group of people sit in front of the living wall at the Orangeville Public Library

Stitching love into action: Orange thREADs donates to Family Transition Place

Posted on Thursday, November 23, 2023 04:10 PM

Orange thREADs, the Orangeville Public Library’s stitchery group, made their annual donation of knitted, crocheted, and quilted items to Family Transition Place (FTP) on November 21. The group has made spreading warmth throughout the community – and beyond – a focal point each year.

The group meets on the third Tuesday of every month and is made up of members from around the community who are passionate about knitting, crocheting, or quilting. It’s an opportunity for fabric artists to come...

The roof of Digestor 2 at the Orangeville Water Pollution Control Plant

Orangeville Water Pollution Control Plant to undergo rehabilitation

Posted on Thursday, November 23, 2023 10:01 AM

The Town of Orangeville’s Water Pollution Control Plant (WPCP) is embarking on a rehabilitation project, ensuring the plant can continue to perform at maximum efficiency and reducing emissions.

“The rehabilitation project will explore opportunities for energy recovery from the wastewater treatment process,” said Tim Kocialek, General Manager, Infrastructure Services. “For example, the design of the roof replacement on the digester that uses anaerobic digestion to treat solids; the anaerobic...

Mayor Lisa Post and Orangeville CAO David Smith sign a contract

Water Meter Replacement Project awarded; Town of Orangeville signs with Neptune Technology Group

Posted on Thursday, November 16, 2023 02:35 PM

The Town of Orangeville’s water meter replacement project is moving forward after signing an on-budget contract with Neptune Technology Group on November 10. Replacement of the Town’s nearly 10,000 aged water meters should be completed by fall of 2025.

“The majority of the existing water meters have outlived their life expectancy,” explained Derek Currie, Manager, Capital Works. “As water meters get older, their ability to accurately monitor water usage can decrease. Replacing the water meters...

A historic building of red brick with a glass and steel entrance and people entering. The Mill Street Library in Orangeville, Ontario.

Orangeville Library excited to welcome community back to Mill Street location

Posted on Monday, November 13, 2023 07:44 PM

After an extensive renovation, the Orangeville Public Library and the Town of Orangeville are thrilled to welcome the community back to the Mill Street Library, beginning on November 21.

“The past 13 months have been quite a journey, and while it's been a longer road than any of us anticipated, we are finally nearing the finish line,” said Darla Fraser, Chief Executive Officer, Orangeville Library.

The Mill Street Library renovations targeted enhanced accessibility, including a new elevator that...

A brick building with a parking lot. The Avalon retirement lodge and long-term care facility in Orangeville.

Redevelopment project progresses at Avalon Care Centre

Posted on Friday, November 10, 2023 11:30 AM

On August 28, the Ontario government announced a full redevelopment of the Avalon Care Centre, Orangeville’s 40-year-old long term care facility.

The project will bring 23 new and 137 upgraded beds to the community, as well as air conditioning throughout the building, larger common areas for residents, and home-like living spaces. The site will also provide diagnostic services and connections for home care.

“This innovative, expanded facility will reduce local wait times for long term care,...

Mayor Lisa Post speaks to residents at one of the quarterly Town Hall meetings

Sustainability, winter parking, and snow plow name winner to be covered at Mayor Post’s Town Hall

Posted on Wednesday, November 01, 2023 11:20 AM

After two successful quarterly Town Hall events, hosted by Mayor Lisa Post, the next quarterly Town Hall meeting will be held later this month on Wednesday, November 29. Returning to the Tony Rose Arena, residents will have the opportunity once again to hear from the Mayor, staff, and members of council regarding some key issues in the Town of Orangeville.

“We’re excited to bring more opportunities for dialogue and conversation directly to our residents, including the announcement of the winner...

Experience spooktacular fun at the Orangeville Public Library

Posted on Friday, October 20, 2023 03:59 PM

It’s almost Halloween and the Orangeville Public Library is the place to go for some spooktacular fun. Libraries are for life, and another exciting event has been planned for all ages.

On Thursday, October 26, join Ariel Delurey at 7 p.m. at the Alder Library for a spooktacular evening, diving into the mysterious and hidden world of paranormal investigations. Learn about investigation tools, different types of ghostly sightings and apparitions, how to feel spirit energy, and of course, some...

A snow plow in front of the salt dome at the Town of Orangeville Operation Centre

10 finalists announced in Town of Orangeville’s Snow Plow Naming Contest

Posted on Thursday, October 19, 2023 11:55 AM

After nearly 200 submissions, the Town of Orangeville’s 2023 Snow Plow Naming Contest is ready to announce the top ten finalists. Residents can vote on their favourite name from the list of finalists until October 31. The name with the most votes will be announced in November and placed on Orangeville’s newest snow plow.

The top 10 finalists are:

• Darth Blader
• Snow Diggity
• Snow Way Out
• Betty White-Out
• S’no More
• Ctrl+Salt+Del
• Snowbe Gone Kenobi
• Catch My Drift
• Blizzard Wizard
• Fast &...

Orangeville Fire and dignitaries in front of a fire truck making an announcement

Reducing Fire and Carbon Monoxide Deaths through Safe Community Project Zero

Posted on Tuesday, October 17, 2023 11:33 AM

Today, Enbridge Gas Inc. (Enbridge Gas), the Fire Marshal’s Public Fire Safety Council (FMPFSC) and Orangeville Fire Services announced they are working together to improve home safety and bring fire and carbon monoxide-related deaths down to zero.

Orangeville Fire received 258 combination smoke and carbon monoxide alarms through Safe Community Project Zero–a public education campaign that will provide more than 10,000 alarms to residents in 50 municipalities across Ontario.
This year, Enbridge...

















Local artists transform utility boxes into works of art

Posted on Tuesday, October 17, 2023 09:16 AM

Four new colourful art pieces have transformed functional utility boxes into works of art as part of the Town of Orangeville’s Utility Box Art Display Program. The program, which launched in 2016, recognizes local artists, celebrates the Town’s culture and history, and promotes Orangeville as an arts and culture hub for the region.

 “Public art enhances our community by creating a vibrant, inclusive, and interesting urban environment that celebrates local artists,” said Councillor Joe Andrews,...

Certificate of Recognition Recipients 2023

Retired health care workers celebrated with Certificate of Recognition by the Town of Orangeville

Posted on Monday, October 16, 2023 08:00 PM

Health care workers are just one of the pillars of our community, ensuring in their many roles that our residents, friends, family, and neighbours have access to the care and support they need.

On Monday, October 16, during its regular meeting, Council presented two local health care workers with a Certificate of Recognition in celebration of their outstanding contributions to the community in the Town of Orangeville.

“Council is honoured to have the opportunity to recognize Robin Berger and Nina...

A group of people planting trees

Join Sustainable Orangeville and Credit Valley Conservation for fall tree planting

Posted on Thursday, October 05, 2023 10:04 AM

Sustainable Orangeville and Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) are inviting area residents to join them and help plant native trees and shrubs along the Mill Creek Trail in Orangeville.

Councillor Tess Prendergast, Chair of Sustainable Orangeville, emphasized trees and greenery serve a multifaceted purpose beyond aesthetic enhancement for the Orangeville community.

“They play a vital role in fortifying the ecosystem and providing crucial habitats for wildlife,” said Prendergast. “Trees mitigate the...