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Government of Canada investing more than $3.9-million to Milton Transit. This funding announcement is the first step toward the construction of a new local transit operations facility that will significantly improve the storage and servicing needs of Milton’s public transit fleet.

Remembrance Day Edition of Halton News with coverage of the services that occured around the region, including Burlington, Oakville Milton & Georgetown ceremonies. 

It’s one thing to read about a family member who fought in the war through a history book or online. However, what if you could get a first-hand account of what they might have been like through letters? Steven Hunter has embarked on a journey to learn more about his great uncle, Brigadier James Chapell. Hunter’s journey is far from over, but by reading his great uncle’s letters, it’s certainly a start.

Practicing safe social distancing, local residents, veterans and legion members gathered at Remembrance Park on Nov.11 for Remembrance Day.

On Nov. 8 the Milton Royal Canadian Legion hosted a small wreath-laying ceremony at Victoria Park.

Councillor Sameera Ali will be the Ontario Liberal MPP candidate for Milton in the 2022 Provincial Election.

Milton council is considering a new condo development near Thompson Road and Kennedy Circle. Regional Councillor Mike Cluett does say the this proposal is in the beginning stages.

Milton Council has issued an Interim Control Bylaw against any redevelopment, or renovations of homes in certain mature neighbourhoods. Councillor John Challinor says it's in response to numerous complaints about monster homes being built in some of these neighbourhoods.

The Milton Boundary Review committee with the Halton Catholic District School Board is looking to change the school boundaries to incorporate new schools being built.

In this year's Poppy Campaign, legions across Halton are relying on your generosity now more than ever. The Royal Canadian Legion Branch is expected to see their fundraising efforts impacted by the Covid-19 Pandemic. They have also had to make changes to this year's ceremonies.

Ray Clarke with the Royal Canadian Legion is encouraging people to think outside the box during this year's Poppy Campaign. Clarke talks about how the Covid-19 Pandemic will negatively affect fundraising efforts.

Halton News - Anchored by Jessica Kaitting - Recorded November 9, 2020