CTV News Canada- Two Humboldt Broncos players out of critical condition after deadly crash April 23, 2018Two Humboldt Broncos players are no longer listed in critical condition in a Saskatoon hospital following a crash that killed 16 people.
- Peru orders arrest of 2 suspects in Canadian man's killing April 23, 2018Peru's attorney general has ordered the arrest of two suspects in the killing of a Canadian man who travelled to the Amazon rain forest to study hallucinogenic medicine.
- What we know so far after van strikes pedestrians in Toronto April 23, 2018On CTVNews.ca: What we know so far after a van struck pedestrians in Toronto.
- Two Humboldt Broncos players out of critical condition after deadly crash April 23, 2018
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- Household debt-to-income ratio should winding down: central banker Wilkins April 23, 2018A top Bank of Canada official says she expects the country's high levels of household debt relative to disposable income to gradually start winding down.
- Competition Bureau approves Metro's purchase of Jean Coutu, with conditions April 23, 2018The Competition Bureau of Canada has approved Metro Inc.'s purchase of the Jean Coutu Group provided it sells 10 pharmacies in eight Quebec communities.
- Former pilot asks to be reinstated at Air Canada after alleged gender dispute April 23, 2018A former pilot is asking the Canadian Human Rights Commission to resurrect her "lifelong dream" to fly for a major airline -- an ambition she abandoned five years ago after she was allegedly discriminated against by an Air Canada colleague because she's a woman.
- Household debt-to-income ratio should winding down: central banker Wilkins April 23, 2018
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- Security increased as Maple Leafs hold moment of silence after deadly van incident April 23, 2018The Maple Leafs held a moment of silence before their playoff game Monday in honour of those affected by the deadly incident involving a van and pedestrians in north Toronto earlier in the day.
- Calgary Flames name Bill Peters as new head coach April 23, 2018The Calgary Flames have hired Bill Peters as the team's head coach.
- 29-year-old chef dies after collapsing at London Marathon April 23, 2018London Marathon organizers say a 29-year-old man died after collapsing near the end of Sunday's race in the hottest conditions ever seen for the event.
- Security increased as Maple Leafs hold moment of silence after deadly van incident April 23, 2018
Tag Archives: Volunteering
Comment – It’s All About Attitude
Retired Millbrook South Cavan Grade 8 teacher Rhonda Fallis had it right; it’s all about attitude. As she was prepared her grade eight students for high school life, she made the point that the attitude students bring to the table is the most important factor in determining their success. She … Continue reading
Lifetime Membership Award
Letter to the Editor – November
Millbrook Community Garden It is with regret that I have to write this letter, but it has to be addressed. Our great volunteers have worked diligently for years to provide fresh produce for our Food Share, rolling up sod by hand, tilling the garden, building fences and sowing seeds into … Continue reading
Council Column – November
Last Saturday, we attended the Millbrook BIA’s Millbrook, the Valley of Volunteers Cocktail Party. It was a great evening with friends old and new brought together by their recognition that it is up to all of us to make our community thrive. Whether we do it grudgingly or with … Continue reading
WWII Vet Travelled with Bomb in his Pocket
In 1940, Ab Sinyard was approaching eighteen years of age in his home town of Deere Lake just outside Cornerbrook, Nfld. His mother ran the local hotel and times were tight, so as soon as he was eligible, he enlisted with the Royal Air Force. At the time, Newfoundland was … Continue reading
Remembrance Day Events
Poppy Financial Report
ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BR. 402 POPPY FINANCIAL REPORT Opening Balance Oct. 1, 2016 $1,606.22 Income from all sources 9,844.75 Subtotal (available balance) $11,450.97 Campaign Expenses Poppies and Wreath purchases $3,990.23 Youth education 450.00 Total Expenses $4,440.23 Disbursements Handicapped Door Opener $1,679.00 Homeless Veteran Fund Ontario … Continue reading
Our Debt of Gratitude to our Armed Forces Members
The next time you are stopped behind a high school bus, take a look at the students getting off- wearing earphones, joking with friends, or off in a world of their own. Now imagine them in an armed forces uniform. Young men like the late Clarence Munroe, Bailieboro resident Bill … Continue reading
Kawartha High School Bass Masters Earn Top Awards in Inaugural Year
Last year Crestwood students were introduced to a new club thanks to the efforts of Educational Assistant Curtis Cronkwright. An avid fisherman, Cronkwright started a local youth extension of the Ontario Bass Anglers Sportsmen Society Nation, (Ontario BASS Nation) which is a grass-roots organization with 24 clubs across Ontario designed … Continue reading
The Community piles on for Food Share
Food Share Chair David Brackenridge is no longer surprised by the depth and breadth of support from our generous community when it comes to reaching out to those in need. Donations to our local food bank come from all generations and community groups, and some of the most eager participants … Continue reading
Library hosted fundraiser Chairs for Chairs
Lions present cheque for $5000
Call for Volunteers – Telecare
Telecare Peterborough celebrates 40 years of service and calls out for new volunteers. Telecare Peterborough volunteers have experienced the rewards of listening for 40 years. Training for new volunteers begins October 30th. Late registration accepted until November 4th. Telecare Peterborough took its first call October 17, 1977. Since then volunteers … Continue reading
Local Firefighters’ Association donated $3000
The Community Runs for St. John’s Anglican Church
A few records were made last Saturday at the 13th Cavan Hills Country Run, organized and executed by the St. John’s Anglican Outreach Committee. The best record set was the amount raised- $6,738.85. The less desirable record was the temperature, at 31C. The event has been held under a wide … Continue reading
Long Wait Lists and New Services at Centennial Place
Centennial Place is a privately owned Long Term Care Home operated by AON of Peterborough, and part of a local family-owned company that builds, owns and operates a variety of residential and commercial properties. Their buildings include a family of residences for seniors, with four long term seniors’ residences … Continue reading