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Then and Now
Then and Now
Then and Now shares historical photos and personal stories of past people, places, and events and connects them to their significance today. They are made possible through our
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Hurricane Hazel hit Halton Hills almost 70 years ago
Norval particularly impacted by heavy rain and strong winds in 1954
Sep 28, 2024 2:30 PM
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Halton Hills school names deliver a lesson in local history
Several honour former local figures who made a difference in the community
Aug 28, 2024 2:30 PM
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Local cemeteries tell a story of Halton Hills' history
Small cemeteries on Trafalgar Road serve as a reminder of those who settled Esquesing Township - known today as Halton Hills
Jul 28, 2024 2:48 PM
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Vanished settlement of Glen Lawson once a hub of industry
Local residents may be surprised to learn the community once existed near Acton
Jun 25, 2024 2:33 PM
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Transportation a huge challenge for early settlers of Esquesing
From navigating swamp land in an oxen-pulled wagon to almost impassable roads and train derailments, the early days of travelling through what’s now called Halton Hills were certainly tricky
May 27, 2024 2:55 PM
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Hornby once home to Halton’s largest brewery
Almost 200 years ago, the lucrative business opened its doors in the local hamlet, with barrels and kegs of its beer being hauled by horses to hotels throughout Halton Hills and beyond
Apr 26, 2024 2:30 PM
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Historic Scottish settlement of Speyside once a bustling village
Those who drive through Speyside today will be surprised to know the area had two general stores, a hotel, quarry and much more during its heyday
Mar 28, 2024 2:37 PM
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Acton native the founder of public dental health in Canada
In 1872, Dr. John Gennings Curtis Adams opened a free dental hospital - the first of its kind nationwide
Feb 28, 2024 2:53 PM
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What’s in a name? Here’s the history behind some Halton Hills streets
Countless local roads have ties to historic figures who helped shape the community
Jan 26, 2024 2:30 PM
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Happy 50th birthday, Halton Hills: A historical look at amalgamation
Half a century ago, Acton, Georgetown, the hamlets and rural area were brought together as one - a new municipality with a name chosen by residents
Dec 28, 2023 2:30 PM
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