TORONTO – Ontarians aged 12 and up will be eligible for a bivalent COVID-19 vaccine booster dose starting on Oct. 17.
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Milverton Fire Department – 100th Anniversary
he Milverton Fire Department is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2022.
Local officials offer condolences in wake of death of Queen Elizabeth II
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Nater calls for resignation of Hockey Canada CEO in wake of more sexual assault allegations
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Plaque honouring longtime Palmerston Observer publisher unveiled
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Plaque honouring local newsman Art Carr to be unveiled June 14
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David Connolly made Broadway history, now advocates for inclusion in the arts
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