Belyea Street closure in Bronte extended through September

Oakville News reports that Belyea Street in Bronte will remain closed through at least Sept. 30, extending a closure that had been expected to end in early September.

The affected section runs from East River Street to East Street and has been closed since May 18, 2026, for wastewater main replacement under Halton Region’s designation.

Drivers can use the detour via Sovereign Street, Bronte Road and Hixon Street. Local vehicles will still be permitted to access the street. Inquiries can be directed to Access Halton at 905-825-6000.

Reported by oakvillenews.org

Halton police launch annual back-to-school safety campaign

Halton Regional Police Service launched its 19th annual Project Safe Start campaign on Sept. 8, focusing on road safety around schools across the region. Oakville News reports that the initiative began with an event outside West Oak Public School in Oakville.

Police said officers will increase their presence at schools during the campaign, which usually runs for the first two weeks of the school year. Officers at the Oakville launch used radar guns to monitor vehicle speeds.

Chief Stephen J. Tanner said officers issued more than 2,550 tickets during last year’s campaign, with most related to speeding or failing to stop at stop signs. He also said about 8,000 tickets for stop-sign and speeding offences had been issued in the region this year.

Reported by oakvillenews.org

Meals on Wheels to mark 50 years with Oakville celebration

Oakville News reports that Oakville Meals on Wheels will celebrate its 50th anniversary with a public event on Oct. 1 at Mo’s Family Restaurant. The organization’s anniversary officially falls on Oct. 4, and the gathering will include past and current volunteers, staff, board members, partners, donors and community members.

Founded by the Kiwanis Club in 1976, the organization has delivered more than one million meals. It now serves more than 300 clients and provides about 2,100 meals and food items each month, along with regular contact and support for families who use the service.

The celebration is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 467 Speers Rd. Food, prizes, information about the organization and a 50/50 raffle are planned. There is currently no cost to attend, while donations at the door will support operational needs.

Reported by oakvillenews.org