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EditorialCraving attention
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So how much obligation does a newspaper have to provide coverage to someone who admittedly engages in acts simply to garner attention? This is the question facing Haldimand newspapers in the wake of last week's dog and pony show in Cayuga.
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SportsOptimist mosquitos win
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The Dunnville Optimist Club played the Golf Liquidators in the Mosquito's Division Monday night. The Optimist Club won, with a close score of 3-2. It was a very competitive, well played game between both teams.
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Local NewsAmelia Sighting
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Just over a year ago Dunnville was awash with excitement when the filming of a major motion picture began at the RCAF airport. Period costumes, antique airplanes and automobiles poured into the area for the filming of 'Amelia', a movie about the life of famed aviator Amelia Earhart.
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Local NewsProtestors descend upon Cayuga
Posted 9 days
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The formation of a militia in Caledonia is being met with opposition from points across Southern Ontario. Last week Caledonia resident Doug Fleming announced he would be forming a citizens' militia to address problems he perceives as being ignored by the Ontario Provincial Police.
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Local NewsMORE RESIDENTS ELIGIBLE FOR FLOOD RELIEF
Posted 9 days
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Maureen Beatty, Municipal Advisorfor Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing has informed the Haldimand County Disaster Relief Committee (HCDRC) the province has extended the boundaries of the area eligible for financial assistance for damages caused by the February flood.
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The Back PageHabitat for Humanity project hits a wall
Updated 7 days
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It's reaching the "make or break" point for the Dunnville Habitat for Humanity (H4H) Dunnville project. While response to fundraising has been successful, securing a piece of property on which to build the home has not been quite as favourable.
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HumourTrue Friendship Never Bites
Updated 7 days
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Even my armpits have welts from the black flies that bit us for two and a half days during our annual girls' trek up north. Mysterious, big purple bruises have slowly surfaced on my thigh and elbow since my return to reality last Sunday evening.
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Local NewsLife is all about connections for the Milnes
Updated 14 days
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For the Milne family life is all about making connections: Connections to the past, to nature, to each other, and to the community. Ultimately, their work is about sharing those connections with the world.
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Local NewsMudcat fever hits Dunnville
Posted 16 days
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For five action-packed days, a Fonzie-type vibe floated through the streets and sidewalks of Dunnville last week. Classic cars cruised and Beatles tunes blared under sunny skies, bringing a nostalgic, fun element to the 35th annual Mudcat Festival.
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letters to the EditorTHANKS FOR THE SUPPORT
Posted 16 days
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TO THE EDITOR: The Dunnville District Hunters & Anglers would like to thank the following sponsors of their 25th annual kids fishing derby held on June 6: Art Service, Avondale #100, Buckner's Source for Sports, Canadian Tire, Dell Pharmacy, Dr.
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EditorialThe shell game
Posted 23 days
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It has become painfully clear that while some corporate executives brought down upon us a deep recession, others are using the situation as an excuse to increase profits by eliminating jobs.
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Local NewsFESTIVAL BEGINS TONIGHT
Posted 23 days
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Fans of the 50s and 60s and people of all ages are expected to swoop into town for the 35th annual Mudcat Festival, which starts today.
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HumourSometimes, There's No Hidden Meaning
Updated 23 days
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A range of emotions - from mild amusement, followed by confusion, and finally, frustration --crossed my sister's face as she studied the stage in St. Catharines last week.
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HumourEscaping From Chatty McGabberson
Updated 30 days
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A kindly widower named George took pity on me at my friend's recent party and rescued me from an extremely talkative senior who was going on at length about his troubles.
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Local NewsHabitat for Humanity looking for some help
Posted 30 days
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Efforts to build a home in Dunnville through Habitat for Humanity (H4H) are encountering success and obstacles along the way. The Dunnville committee has managed to raise $67,000 worth of gifts in kind to go toward the project and another $8,000 in cash.
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LifeArt flourishes at Cayuga Secondary School
Posted 30 days
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The special education art class under the direction of Penny Medeiros-Wilkins held its second annual art show last week. Seventeen students displayed their art which included, pastels, portraits, ink, water colours and clay figures.
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SportsAnna Melick Track and Field Day Champions
Posted 30 days
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Girls Novice 1. Letitia Salisbury 2. Samantha Veldman 3. Brittney Seguin Girls Peewee 1. Brianna Seguin 2. Meaghan Vandermeer Girls Bantam 1. Sydney Shirton 2. Maddison Verlint 3. Elaina Maloney Girls Junior 1.
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Local NewsFOOD BANK IN DIRE STRAITS
Posted 30 days
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The shelves are stocked with cereal, but when it comes to pasta, spaghetti sauce, canned meats, and other mainstay staples that are typically given to every recipient who walks into the Salvation Army Food Bank, staff have nothing to give.
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Local NewsDistinguished Speaker to be featured at OGS
Posted 37 days
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The Haldimand County branch of the Ontario Genealogical Society (OGS) will be host to a noteworthy guest on June 2. Sylvia Weaver of the Haldimand OGS told The Chronicle they are thrilled to be able to welcome Mr.
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HumourPets --Smarter than they Appear
Updated 37 days
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A cat lives a good life, then dies of natural causes. He goes to cat heaven, where he meets the Lord himself. The Lord says to the cat, "If there's any way I can make your stay in heaven more comfortable, please let me know.
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Local NewsDunnville car jacking story was a phony
Posted 37 days
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On April 22, 2009, the Ontario Provincial Police, Haldimand County Detachment responded to a report of a single motor vehicle collision on Canal Bank Road near Stromness, Haldimand County.
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EntertainmentThis Weekend Last Chance to See 'Suitehearts'
Posted 37 days
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Neither mechanical malfunctions involving collapsible cots nor uncooperative stray ice cubes can prevent the Dunnville Community Theatre from presenting their latest production to its hilarious conclusion.
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Local NewsFoul play ruled out in Dunnville Death
Posted 42 days
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The Ontario Provincial Police, Haldimand County Detachment was dispatched to an address on Main St., in Dunnville, Haldimand County regarding a found body. On Sunday, May 17 at approximately 8:30 p.m.
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