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Last week, members of the Inter Township Fire Department, along with representatives from the Ontario Provincial Police and some community members, participated in an in-person training session focused on recognizing and responding to human trafficking in rural communities. The session was led by Detective Constable Melissa Barfoot, Human Trafficking Liaison with the Ontario Provincial Police in Walkerton. Through real-life examples and firsthand experiences, participants gained valuable insight into how first responders can identify potential victims of human trafficking, recognize warning...

A decorated tree was raised above downtown Meaford on Friday, October 23, marking a significant construction milestone for Elements of Meaford, a new three-storey mixed-use development that will bring commercial space and 16 rental apartments to the heart of the heritage downtown. The celebration brought together the local family and contractors and tradespeople behind the project to recognize the completion of the building's structural framing. Special guests who joined in the celebration were Meaford Mayor Ross Kenter, Councillor Brandon Forder,...