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Fire Code Conviction for illegal Rooming House in Midland

Media Release Fire Code Conviction for illegal Rooming House in Midland

For Immediate Release

(October 9, 2024, Midland ON) On Thursday, October 3rd, 2024, the Justice of the Peace of the Orillia Provincial Offences Court, found the owner of an illegal rooming house in Midland guilty of contraventions of the Ontario Fire Code.

The owner, who resides outside of the Town of Midland, was found guilty and subsequently fined $50,000 plus fees and victim surcharge, this conviction stems from a second...

Midland celebrates murals with first-ever Mural Festival

Media Release Midland celebrates murals with first-ever Mural Festival

For Immediate Release

(September 24, 2024 – Midland, ON) The Town of Midland is inviting the community to help paint two new murals as part of the inaugural Mural Festival on September 28.

Artists will be facilitating the creation of these new artworks in Harbourside Park from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and all ages and abilities are welcome to participate.

“Midland has been a mural community for more than two decades and we look forward...

Mayor’s Charity Golf Tournament raises more than $40,000 for Midland’s Community Grant Program

Media Release Mayor’s Charity Golf Tournament raises more than $40,000 in support of Midland’s Community Grant Program

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(September 19, 2024 – Midland, ON) The Town of Midland is pleased to announce that the inaugural Mayor’s Charity Golf Tournament raised $41,500 in support of Midland’s Community Grant Program.

The funds raised through sponsorships, players fees and various fundraising activities during the tournament will be distributed to local not-for-profit organizations...

Boil Water Advisory for Midland Rescinded (lifted) by Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit

The Boil Water Advisory issued for the East Pressure Zone of Midland on August 26, 2024, has been lifted today (August 27, 2024) by the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit. Laboratory test results have confirmed that the water is free from contamination and is safe to drink. Any facilities that were closed as a result of the advisory can now reopen after taking the necessary precautions. 

See the official Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit release, here.  

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Drive for change at Midland’s Inaugural Mayor’s Charity Golf Tournament

Media Release Drive for change at Midland’s Inaugural Mayor’s Charity Golf Tournament

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(August 16, 2024 – Midland, ON) The Town of Midland announces the inaugural Mayor’s Charity Golf Tournament to be held September 6, 2024, at Brooklea Golf and Country Club in Midland. This is an opportunity for the community to putt for a purpose with proceeds supporting the Town’s Community Grant Program.

“This tournament is more than just a day of golf; this event will create a long-term,...