Jewelry worth more than $5,000 was stolen in two separate residential break-ins reported in Milton on Saturday evening (Jan. 24). In the first incident, watches and jewelry were taken from a home on Laundon Terrace around 7:15 p.m. The second break-in occurred on Sydenham Lane sometime between 4:15 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., where additional jewelry was stolen. In both cases, the homeowners were not present, and suspects gained entry by smashing a rear glass door. Security footage f

A 21-year-old man from Milton is facing impaired driving charges after being stopped by police in downtown Guelph over the weekend. According to Guelph police, officers were conducting patrols in the downtown core shortly before 1:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 24, when they noticed a vehicle making a turn at an excessive speed. Police initiated a traffic stop and requested a roadside breath sample from the driver, which resulted in a failure. The driver was arrested and transp

The Milton community is invited to enjoy an afternoon filled with lively, toe-tapping music as Schmaltz & Pepper  take the stage in town next month. The group will perform at St. Paul’s United Church  on Sunday, February 15 , bringing the energetic sounds of Klezmer and Yiddish Swing  to local audiences. Rooted in Eastern European Jewish musical traditions and later popularized in North American dance halls and theatres, their music is known for its joyful rhythms, spirited m

Tesla drivers in Milton  finally have a new fast-charging option, with a Tesla Supercharger recently opening at a busy local retail plaza. According to ChargeHub.com , the Supercharger is located at 1149 Maple Ave. , in the plaza across from Sephora and LA Fitness . The station is listed as public  and available 24/7 . Tesla also notes that non-Tesla vehicles  using NACS-enabled charging with CCS compatibility will require a NACS adapter . The Milton Supercharger was first an

A Milton teenager is facing multiple charges after a disturbance at a local coffee shop on Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026. Halton Regional Police were called to the Starbucks at the intersection of Main Street and Tremaine Road at approximately 4:15 p.m. following reports of a male possibly carrying a firearm, according to media relations officer Ryan Anderson. Police say the youth allegedly lifted his shirt during a confrontation with another individual, revealing the handle of what

Halton Regional Police are investigating a knife-related threat involving a transport truck driver near the Milton border. Police say the incident happened around 7:15 p.m. on Monday on Steeles Avenue near James Snow Parkway, along the Halton Hills–Milton boundary. A woman reportedly approached a male transport truck driver while holding a large knife, leading to a verbal confrontation. The suspect then fled the scene in a white sedan. No injuries were reported. The woman is

The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) has issued its third-quarter hosting payment of $1,289,600  to the Town of Milton  for hosting Elements Casino Mohawk . This payment covers the period from October 1 to December 31  and represents a continued source of stable revenue for the community. With this latest installment, Milton has received a total of $5,202,069 so far this fiscal year . Since the casino first opened its doors in August 1999 , the town has collected

Thursday, January 15, 2026  — The Halton District School Board (HDSB) has announced the full closure of all its schools and workplaces for today. In addition, all student transportation services have been cancelled. This decision affects all HDSB students across the region, including those in Milton , as the board cites ongoing safety concerns due to current conditions. Families are advised to stay tuned to official HDSB channels for updates. Stay safe and warm, Milton! #milt

Milton has been officially recognized as one of Canada’s Top 20 Most Generous Communities for 2025 , based on newly released data from GoFundMe. Ranking 16th nationwide , Milton proudly stands alongside its Halton neighbours, Oakville (15th)  and Burlington (19th) , reinforcing the region’s strong culture of giving. GoFundMe’s annual list is determined by the number of unique donors per capita  on its platform. In 2025, generosity across Canada reached record levels, with an

Muslim youth in Milton stepped up in a big way during recent winter conditions, offering free snow shoveling  to seniors and residents with disabilities. The initiative was led by the Ahmadiyya Muslim Youth Association , which mobilized volunteers to support vulnerable members of the community amid harsh weather. To spread the word, volunteers distributed flyers across Milton neighborhoods, ensuring residents knew help was available. On Tuesday, December 23 , youth volunteers

Public engagement is now underway on the first complete draft of the Town of Milton’s new Official Plan, a key document that will shape how the community grows and develops through 2051. Council’s direction to move forward with engagement and finalize the plan—outlined in a December 8 staff report—represents a major milestone in the Town’s multi-year We Make Milton  project. The draft Official Plan is the result of extensive community consultation and includes new and updated

Two suspects are being sought following a residential break-in that occurred over the weekend. Halton police say that around 5:20 p.m. on Saturday, individuals wearing face coverings and hooded jackets smashed a rear glass door to enter a home on Harkin Place. No one was inside the residence at the time. The value of the items stolen has not yet been confirmed but is estimated to be under $5,000. The suspects were last seen carrying backpacks. Anyone with information can cont

A garage fire at a Bell Street home on Tuesday evening left two people with serious burn injuries. Milton Fire and Rescue Services were called to the residence, located in the west end of downtown Milton, shortly before 5 p.m. Crews arrived to find a detached garage fully engulfed in flames. Fire Chief Peter Gatto said firefighters were able to quickly extinguish the blaze, preventing it from spreading to the nearby home. However, a woman sustained severe burn injuries, belie

Halton Regional Police are appealing to the public for video surveillance after a downtown Milton business was targeted in a second suspected arson attack within two days. According to police media relations officer Jeff Dillon, officers responded to reports of a suspicious fire at a Main Street storefront shortly after 5:20 a.m. on Saturday. A man was seen carrying a gas can and attempting to ignite the front of Mirror by Nurse Yara using an accelerant before fleeing the are

Over the years, the Milton Community Fund has invested millions of dollars into local organizations, helping strengthen services and programs across the town. In 2025 alone, the fund awarded a total of $536,668  to 52 not-for-profit organizations , supporting initiatives that provide artistic, cultural, and recreational opportunities for Milton residents. This year also marked a significant milestone—the 25th anniversary  of the Milton Community Fund. Since its launch, the pr

Glen Eden is officially kicking off its winter season this week. The popular Milton ski and snowboard hill announced that it will open on Friday, December 12th, operating on its full regular schedule from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Guests eager to start the season early can line up for “First Chair” at 8:30 a.m., where the first 50 riders will receive special opening-day giveaways. Glen Eden staff have been preparing the slopes with snowmaking and grooming in anticipation of open

The Town of Milton has earned national recognition for its leadership in sustainable transit, receiving the Canadian Urban Transit Association’s Award for Innovation for its electric bus pilot project. During a presentation at CUTA’s Fall 2025 Conference in Montreal, the organization highlighted Milton’s collaboration with MTB Transit Solutions, which led to Canada’s first mid-life conversion of a diesel bus to electric battery power. The project was commended for offering a

The westbound lanes of Highway 401 near Milton have reopened after a possible road-rage shooting early Monday, according to the Ontario Provincial Police. Officers closed the westbound stretch of the highway between Guelph Line and Highway 6 South for several hours while they investigated. Police say the incident happened between 1:30 a.m. and 1:40 a.m. The victim’s vehicle, a red Hyundai, was discovered with bullet holes on the driver’s side. Two people were inside the car a