Myth or fact? Breaking down what we know about the COVID-19 vaccine
January 21, 2021
Myth: mRNA vaccines are too new; we don’t know enough about them. Fact: mRNA technology has been studied for more than 10 years, most often ...read more
County facility closures extended until February 11
January 21, 2021
To The Haldimand Press HALDIMAND—On Tuesday, January 12, Premier Doug Ford declared a 28-day state of emergency for the province. As a result of this... ...read more
HN Social Services and Housing continues to offer support during COVID-19
January 21, 2021
To The Haldimand Press HALDIMAND—Haldimand Norfolk Social Services and Housing is continuing to offer support during the COVID-19 pandemic through the Housing Stability Bank Program. While ...read more
Nesathurai expects widespread vaccination in summer, if production remains steady
January 21, 2021
By Kaitlyn Clark The Haldimand Press HALDIMAND—Local Medical Officer of Health Dr. Shanker Nesathurai is excited to see the vaccine rolling out across both Haldimand ...read more
Seniors coping with challenges brought on by COVID-19
January 21, 2021
By Sheila Phibbs The Haldimand Press HALDIMAND—While COVID-19 has been a challenge for all Canadians, seniors are among the most vulnerable in our communities. Whether... ...read more
Unless it’s essential, all are asked to stay home
January 21, 2021
By MPP Toby Barrett Following the December 26 province-wide shutdown, Premier Ford, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health and other health experts,... ...read more
Safer at Home Programs provide relief
January 21, 2021
From the office of MPP Toby Barrett To The Haldimand Press HALDIMAND—The Ontario government is providing new financial supports for individuals, families, and small businesses ...read more
Ford declares provincial state of emergency and stay-at-home order
January 14, 2021
By Kaitlyn Clark The Haldimand Press HALDIMAND—“There will be some dark days ahead,” said Premier Doug Ford when he announced a second state of emergency ...read more
NGH receives first shipment of COVID-19 vaccines locally
January 14, 2021
To The Haldimand Press Norfolk General Hospital and the Haldimand Norfolk Health Unit have received the first shipment of the Health Canada approved Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 ...read more
Outbreak declared at Grandview Lodge after asymptomatic staff member tests positive
January 7, 2021
DUNNVILLE—A COVID-19 outbreak has been declared at Grandview Lodge. As a result of protocols requiring regular testing of Grandview Lodge staff to ensure resident safety, ...read more
