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Hidden Gem School in Milton: 2nd Annual Declamation Contest at Orchard Learning Academy.
Orchard Learning Academy (Grades JK - 6) held its 2nd Annual Declamation Contest in Jan 2026, curated to strengthen public speaking, leadership, and essential soft skills , preparing students to grow into mini TED-style speakers alongside their regular full time advanced academic curriculum . This year, the event was made open to all community kids , giving more children the opportunity to benefit from structured stage exposure and communication training. Directed and
Umair Shirazi
11 hours ago1 min read
Tragic Blaze Levels Milton Barn; Six Goats Perish
A barn fire in east Milton on Tuesday afternoon left six goats dead and caused an estimated $120,000 in damage. Matthew Townsend, Deputy Fire Chief of Operations, said crews were dispatched at approximately 1:30 p.m. to Derry Road at Eighth Line, where they encountered a fully involved barn upon arrival. Firefighters were able to prevent the flames from spreading to nearby structures but shifted to a defensive strategy after the barn collapsed. Six goats and several chickens
Sana Shahid
11 hours ago1 min read
Driver Injured After Vehicle Crashes into Utility Pole on Steeles
Halton Regional Police Service are investigating a single-vehicle crash that occurred over the weekend in the southern part of the municipality. Officers say that at approximately 6:50 a.m. on Sunday, an Acura sedan travelling eastbound on Steeles Avenue near Sixth Line collided with a traffic light pole located on the median. The 43-year-old male driver, a resident of Caledon, was transported to hospital as a precaution. The investigation remains ongoing. Disclaimer: The inf
Sana Shahid
13 hours ago1 min read
CN Intermodal Update & New Assisted Housing Proposal Head to Halton Council Agenda
Halton Regional Council will meet on Wednesday (Feb. 18), with several key Milton-focused matters up for discussion. One major item is an update on the construction of the CN intermodal hub. According to a staff report, operations at the rail-to-truck facility are currently expected to begin in 2027. Regional staff say they are taking a “pragmatic and proactive” approach to monitor potential impacts and identify ways to protect the interests of Halton residents as the project
Sana Shahid
2 days ago2 min read
Milton Man Arrested After Erratic Driving Leads Police to Stolen Vehicle
What began as a frightening morning for several Milton residents has resulted in a 31-year-old local man facing multiple criminal charges. According to the Halton Regional Police Service, at approximately 10:30 a.m. Thursday, officers responded to reports of a man acting erratically in the area of Leger Way and Whitlock Avenue. Police say the suspect was attempting to enter passing vehicles. One resident later shared on Facebook that the man stood in front of their vehicle —
Sana Shahid
5 days ago2 min read
Milton Winners Temporarily Closed Due to Flooding Incident
The unexpected shutdown of Winners at Milton Mall today quickly caught the attention of shoppers and lit up social media feeds across town. A notice posted on the store’s entrance stated it was “closed due to unfortunate circumstances.” Through the front doors, employees were seen cleaning up water near the entrance area. Online speculation suggests the situation may be connected to a reported pipe burst at the neighboring Shoppers Drug Mart, which continues to operate as usu
Sana Shahid
7 days ago1 min read
