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An Integrity Commissioner report found Councillor Rick Upton engaged in repeated sexual harassment, prompting call for 60-day pay cut and other sanctions.

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Report Details Persistent Sexual Harassment by Stouffville Councillor Rick Upton | Bullet Point News Stouffville
An Integrity Commissioner report found Councillor Rick Upton engaged in repeated sexual harassment, prompting call for 60-day pay cut and other sanctions.
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November 29, 2025 at 3:10 AM
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E-Day is less than a year away, and Stouffville has stepped into the 2026 election cycle, outlining key dates, new voting options, and early preparations.

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From Nominations to Online Voting: Stouffville Prepares for 2026 Election | Bullet Point News Stouffville
E-day is less than a year away, and Stouffville has stepped into the 2026 election cycle, outlining key dates, new voting options, and early preparations.
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November 28, 2025 at 8:41 PM
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With resident-driven updates, refined concept drawings, and a 2026 construction target, Stouffville’s Civic Square redesign remains central to downtown revitalization.

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Civic Square Redesign Advances As Stouffville Looks to Spring 2026 Construction | Bullet Point News Stouffville
With resident-driven updates, refined plans, and a 2026 construction target, Stouffville’s Civic Square redesign remains central to downtown revitalization.
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November 28, 2025 at 1:48 PM
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York Regional Council approved a 4.28% levy increase as part of the final 2026 budget, adding funding for York University’s future medical school while calling out increasing Provincial downloading.

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Region Backs Higher 2026 Tax Levy to Support York U’s Vaughan Medical School | Bullet Point News Stouffville
Regional Council approved a 4.28% levy increase, adding funding for York University’s future medical school while calling out increasing Provincial downloading.
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November 27, 2025 at 6:13 PM
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Stouffville approved a major fill operation on Bloomington Road, avoiding a Provincial bypass that risked Town oversight, $2.5M in fees, and a new—and needed—four-acre park.

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Controversial Bloomington Road Fill Permit Narrowly Approved, New Park Promised | Bullet Point News Stouffville
Stouffville approved a major fill operation on Bloomington Road, avoiding a provincial bypass that risked oversight, $2.5M in fees, and a four-acre park.
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November 26, 2025 at 10:27 PM
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The business community joined the Greater Stouffville Chamber of Commerce to celebrate a new group of Greater Stouffville Business Hall of Fame inductees last week, honouring local legacies and entrepreneurial successes.

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Hall of Fame Expands as Stouffville Honours Local Business Leaders | Bullet Point News Stouffville
The Greater Stouffville Chamber of Commerce celebrated a new group of Hall of Fame inductees last week, honouring local legacies and entrepreneurial successes.
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November 21, 2025 at 9:39 PM
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Stouffville is rewriting its zoning and urban design policies, and the years-long review includes public consultation and planning studies that will help shape future development.

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Major Review of Zoning Rules, Urban Design Guidelines Gets Underway | Bullet Point News Stouffville
Stouffville is rewriting zoning and urban design policies; a broad review will include public consultation, planning studies that will shape future development.
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November 21, 2025 at 3:56 PM
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Stouffville expects a $2.7M year-end surplus for 2025, enabling a pause on next year’s capital levy as strong revenues help offset weak development activity.

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Stouffville Projects $2.7M Surplus, Enabling Capital Levy Pause for 2026 | Stouffville | Bullet Point News
Stouffville expects a $2.7M year-end surplus for 2025, enabling a pause on next year’s capital levy as strong revenues help offset weak development activity.
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November 20, 2025 at 8:36 PM
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A by-law update will explicitly mandate snow clearing around fire hydrants, with heavy fines and an education push meant to protect emergency response times.

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Urging Residents to Clear Snow Around Fire Hydrants, Stouffville Updates By-Law | Stouffville | Bullet Point News
A by-law update will explicitly mandate snow clearing around fire hydrants, with heavy fines and an education push meant to protect emergency response times.
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November 20, 2025 at 8:19 PM
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Following a frustrating process, six York Region mayors are pressing Circular Materials for more bin options ahead of Ontario's Blue Box transition.

According to Mayor Lovatt, a smaller cart may be on the table.

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N6 Mayors Challenge One-Size-Fits-All Rollout of Ontario’s Blue Box Program | Stouffville | Bullet Point News
Six York Region mayors are pressing Circular Materials for more blue bin options ahead of the Blue Box transition, and a smaller cart may now be on the table.
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November 15, 2025 at 12:25 AM
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Stouffville could see new on-demand buses in 2026, as Mayor Lovatt considers Argo a possible transit solution for underserved York Region communities.

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Lovatt Eyes Argo’s AI-Directed Buses as Potential Transit Solution for Stouffville, York Region | Stouffville | Bullet Point News
Stouffville could see new on-demand buses in 2026, as Mayor Lovatt considers Argo a possible transit solution for underserved York Region communities.
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November 13, 2025 at 9:41 PM
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Stouffville Mayor Iain Lovatt previewed his upcoming town halls during a 55+ Club meeting yesterday, addressing his defeated redevelopment idea for the seniors' centre while inviting continued dialogue.

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55+ Club Redevelopment Debate Rekindled as Mayor Readies Town Hall Series | Stouffville | Bullet Point News
Mayor Lovatt previewed his fall town halls during a 55+ Club meeting, addressing his defeated redevelopment idea for the club while inviting continued dialogue.
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November 13, 2025 at 4:36 PM
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Asphalt work is underway for Stouffville’s new Downtown Urban Plaza, a future public space meant to enhance community life and boost activity along Main Street.

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From Parking to Placemaking: Stouffville’s Downtown Urban Plaza Project Begins | Stouffville | Bullet Point News
Asphalt work is underway for Stouffville’s new Downtown Urban Plaza, a future public space meant to enhance community life and boost activity along Main Street.
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November 12, 2025 at 12:33 AM
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Winter maintenance crews return as York Region urges drivers to plan ahead, be prepared for poor weather conditions, and give plows space to work safely.

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Early Snowfall Marks Start of Winter Maintenance Across York Region, Stouffville | Stouffville | Bullet Point News
Winter maintenance crews return as York Region urges drivers to plan ahead, be prepared for poor weather conditions, and give plows space to work safely.
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November 11, 2025 at 12:32 AM
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With shovels in the ground, Stouffville and York Region begin construction on a $14.5M joint fire and paramedic station to boost emergency response times.

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Stouffville, York Region Break Ground on Joint Fire and Paramedic Station 5-2 | Stouffville | Bullet Point News
With shovels in the ground, Stouffville and York Region begin construction on a $14.5M joint fire and paramedic station to boost emergency response times.
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November 7, 2025 at 9:27 PM
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More trucks will be rolling into Stouffville each Saturday following approval of Amrize’s request to expand fill operations at their York-Durham Line pit.

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Council Approves Amendment Granting Amrize Saturday Fill Operations | Stouffville | Bullet Point News
More trucks will be rolling into Stouffville each Saturday following approval of Amrize’s request to expand fill operations at their York-Durham Line pit.
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November 7, 2025 at 12:09 AM
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Stouffville’s draft 2026 budget proposes a 3.5% property tax increase while aiming to balance service delivery, capital needs, and fiscal sustainability.

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Calling for 3.5% Tax Increase, Mayor Lovatt Tables Stouffville’s Draft 2026 Budget | Stouffville | Bullet Point News
Stouffville’s draft 2026 budget proposes a 3.5% property tax increase while aiming to balance service delivery, capital needs, and fiscal sustainability.
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November 6, 2025 at 2:19 PM
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The Markham-Stouffville Stars U13 AA Girls made history as the only Ontario girls’ team selected for Canada's premier youth hockey event: the 2026 Quebec International Pee-Wee Hockey Tournament.

They're now fundraising for the trip.

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Sixteen Girls, One Dream: Markham-Stouffville Stars Qualify for Elite Hockey Tournament | Stouffville | Bullet Point News
The Markham-Stouffville Stars U13 AA Girls made history as the only Ontario girls’ team selected for Quebec’s premier youth hockey tournament in 2026.
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November 5, 2025 at 6:24 PM
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Hosted by the Whitchurch-Stouffville Museum, this weekend’s guided tour and exhibit talk will honour local veterans and reflect on Canada’s military past.

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We Remember: Weekend Museum Events Link Local Stories to Canada’s Military History | Stouffville | Bullet Point News
Hosted by the Whitchurch-Stouffville Museum, this weekend’s guided tour and exhibit talk will honour local veterans and reflect on Canada’s military past.
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October 31, 2025 at 7:15 PM
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Stouffville’s Affordable Housing Community Improvement Plan was refined, joining other government efforts to bring viability to a struggling housing sector.

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Town Advances Housing Incentive Plan as Ontario, Ottawa Ready Tax Rebates | Stouffville | Bullet Point News
Stouffville’s Affordable Housing Community Improvement Plan was refined, joining other government efforts to bring viability to a struggling housing sector.
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October 30, 2025 at 11:32 PM
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Mobility and safety updates from the ongoing Musselman’s Lake/Ninth Line transportation study will be presented during a second public meeting next week.

It takes place at the Ballantrae Community Centre at 7pm on Nov. 4.

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Public Invited to Second Musselman’s Lake Transportation Study Open House | Stouffville | Bullet Point News
Mobility and safety updates from the ongoing Musselman’s Lake/Ninth Line transportation study will be presented during a second public meeting on Nov. 4.
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October 29, 2025 at 8:56 PM
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Oak Valley Health will launch a new electronic medical records system Oct. 28, with potential service delays at its hospitals expected during the transition.

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Oak Valley Health Warns of Possible Hospital Delays During System Upgrade | Stouffville | Bullet Point News
Oak Valley Health will launch a new electronic medical record system Oct. 28, with potential service delays at its hospitals expected during the transition.
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October 27, 2025 at 8:18 PM
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A 20-unit townhouse proposal for Ninth Line & Elm stirred discussion over public vs. private road ownership, freehold vs. condo, and parkland vs. cash-in-lieu.

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Elm and Ninth Line Townhouse Proposal Prompts Road Ownership, Green Space Debate | Stouffville | Bullet Point News
A 20-unit townhouse proposal for Ninth Line & Elm stirred discussion over public vs. private road ownership, freehold vs. condo, and parkland vs. cash-in-lieu.
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October 25, 2025 at 12:00 AM
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Stouffville will celebrate Halloween with Main Street trick-or-treating Saturday and a haunted firehall fundraiser Sunday.

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Family-Friendly Frights Take Over Stouffville’s Main Street, Firehall This Weekend | Stouffville | Bullet Point News
Stouffville will celebrate Halloween with Main Street trick-or-treating Saturday and a haunted firehall fundraiser Sunday.
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October 23, 2025 at 9:44 PM
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Volunteers are needed for Stouffville’s Christmas Dinner, which returns Dec. 21. The event offers a festive meal and visit from Santa for adults and seniors without a family gathering to attend.

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Volunteers Needed as Stouffville’s Christmas Dinner Returns for Second Year | Stouffville | Bullet Point News
Stouffville’s Christmas Dinner returns Dec. 21, offering a festive meal and visit from Santa for adults and seniors without a family gathering to attend.
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October 23, 2025 at 9:44 PM