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12 Independent & Free Press,Thursday, May 27, 2010 Charges dropped against officer Charges against a Halton Regional Police officer in connection with domestic violence incidents in a Georgetown residence last year have been withdrawn. Melanie Fedun, 32, had been charged in March with sexual assault, forcible confinement and three counts of assault. The charges related to three incidents that occurred between February and Nov. 2009 involving the off-duty police officer and her former common-law husband. In the Ontario Court of Justice in Milton Thursday, a special prosecutor from the Hamilton Crown's Office withdrew all the charges against Fedun after determining there wasn't a reasonable prospect of conviction in the case. Inquest called in construction site death An inquest will be held into the death of a Brantford man who died after falling 50 feet into the sewage pumping station shaft at the Halton Region pumping station while it was under construction on Steeles Ave. in Hornby in April 2008. Steven Lundy, 23, an employee of Kingdom Construction Ltd. at the time, was sweeping the roof of the concrete storm water storage reservoir when he fell through an opening. Lundy was pronounced dead at the scene. The inquest will examine the events surrounding Lundy's death and may make recommendations aimed at preventing similar deaths. It is expected to last four days and hear from approximately 10 witnesses. The inquest will begin at 9:30 a.m. Monday, June 14 at the Best Western Milton Inn, 161 Chisholm Dr. Cooling centres up and running With the hot weather already here, and more to come throughout the summer, the Town of Halton Hills has designated cooling centres where area residents can go to get some relief during heat alerts. Those most at risk include adults over 65, infants and young children, and the chronically ill including people with asthma. The public is encouraged to call or visit family and neighbours who may be at risk. Residents are advised to call ahead or check the Town's website www.haltonhills.ca for the times the cooling centres will be open. The cooling centres are located at: · Mold-Masters SportsPlex, 221 Guelph St., 905-877-8488 · Acton Arena & Community Centre, 415 Queen St., Acton, 519-853-0020 · Halton Hills Cultural Centre & Library (Georgetown Branch), 9 Church St. 905-873-2681 · Halton Hills Public Library (Acton Branch), 17 River St., 519-853-0301 · Halton Hills Civic Centre, 1 Halton Hills Dr., Georgetown, 905-873-2601 · Gellert Community Centre, 10241 Eighth Line, Georgetown, 905-877-4244 Daily recreational swimming is held at Acton Indoor Pool 519-853-3140 and Gellert Community Centre 905-877-4244. The Gellert Park Splash Pad and Dominion Gardens Park Splash Pad are open daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Correction: CD funds to fight child slavery A story in the Tuesday, May 25 edition about a group of local children launching a fundraising CD tomorrow (Friday) at the Georgetown Alliance Church contained incorrect information about where proceeds are directed. Proceeds from the CD will go towards freeing child slaves around the world. The band, One Way, is made up of Holly Girvan, Torri Huggins, Brittany Webster, Jonah Vetro and Sophia Vetro, all members of the church's Junior Worship Band. The CD launch is set for 7 p.m. The Independent & Free Press regrets the error. Country Heritage Olde Tyme Faire May 29, 12 noon - 5 pm For children 12 and under Registration at 1:00 pm Show at 2:00 pm Prizes for all entries Grand Prize for "Best in Show" Other features at Country Heritage Olde Tyme Faire: PIONEER DOG SHOW 4-H Lawn Tractor Pulling Competition, Pedal Harness Horses, Animal Train and Farm Animals Rules: Dogs must be shown by children 12 and under. Dogs must be on a leash at all times. Bags for clean up must accompany each dog. Dress your dog to depict the pioneer days of the mid 1800's Judging will be based on showmanship and the authenticity of the dogs costume. Judges decisions are final. 8560 Tremaine Road, Milton 905-878-8151 www.countryheritagepark.com