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As we've discussed halloween can be  very exciting night night for kids and parents alike, but it can also be an unexpectedly exciting night for your pets... and that may not be a good thing. Jason Agnew spoke with Calla James, the director of communication for the Oakville and Milton humane society about how to best prepare our pets for the big night of strangers coming to the door.

Let's talk halloween safety, and of course here in Halton Region that starts with a few tips from Halton Regional Police... Jason Agnew spoke with media relations officer Ryan Anderson about one of the traditional safety sayings that parents tell children is "don't take candy from strangers"... but then on halloween we urge kids to go out and night and literally take candy from strangers. So Jason Agnew Enlightened Ryan with that epiphany.

By this point i hope the trick or treater's costumes are all good to go.... but what about those who are giving out the candy? what's their role? Our parenting pundit Julie Cole chats halloween participation on the other side of the door.

Back in April, Adam Van Koeverden put up another dominant victory in the federal election to begin his third term in government. Jason Agnew caught up with the Burlington North-Milton West MP yesterday afternoon to chat about his involvement with the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, and current Blue Jays fandom. They first spoke about his new position and responsibilities as Secretary of State for Sport.

As Acton celebrates its 200th anniversary this year, a local organization is marking the occasion by burying a time capsule, Jason Trout reports.

Melanie Frazer is celebrating her fifth year as President and CEO of the Halton Hills Chamber of Commerce this month. Simultaneously she just happened to receive national recognition for her outstanding performance in the role, Nikki Wesley explains.

Every fall, the City of Burlington reveals their schedule for loose leaf pick up. In previous discussions with the Mayor, she has made it very clear that residents are rather "assertive" about this program and wish for it to remain a part their city's services. However, this year, the City of Burlington is introducing fines for homeowners who block public property with loose leaves. Now you know when a fine is introduced, there had to have been a problem, Jason Agnew asked Mayor Meed Ward about the leafy levy.

This morning the headlines read "Burlington property owners face proposed 4.49% tax hike". Yes that means the proposed 2026 municipal budget has been released. Jason Agnew chatted with Burlington Mayor Marianne Meed Ward to get her thoughts on the proposed tax increase and budget as a whole.

A new investment by a global baby and pet care company is adding momentum to Halton's manufacturing base. Angelcare Group has opened a major new packaging and distribution centre in Milton. Bringing jobs, innovation, and sustainable design to the region, Devan Murugan reports.

Joseph Brant Hospital has partnered with St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton to launch a large scale digital health transformation called Project Harmony. Jessica Kaitting was at Burlington's local hospital to learn more about this major milestone.

When thinking of animal rescue or adoption, many people might not be thinking of pet rats. An organization in Burlington is looking to help the domestic rat population, while changing public perception at the same time.  Craig McNicoll has more.

Earlier today Halton Hills town council were updated on the situation with the site of the former old hide house. As we've covered here on Halton News the business was closed one-year ago, in October of 2024, and since this time the town has been attempting give the site a heritage designation, an honour that the current owner was not interested in. Jason Agnew spoke with mayor Ann Lawlor for an update.