CTV News Canada- Ont. mayor says province should explain future of stay-at-home order May 10, 2021The mayor of Mississauga, Ont. says she and other mayors from the Greater Toronto Area are looking for details about the future of Ontario’s stay-at-home order.
- Military report details 'horrifying' conditions at two Toronto long-term care homes May 10, 2021The Canadian military claims that more than two dozen residents at a Toronto long-term care home died due to dehydration prior to their arrival amid the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic while feces and vomit were reportedly found on the floors and walls of another, according to a newly obtained report.
- Ont. mayor says province should explain future of stay-at-home order May 10, 2021
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- Raptors forward surprises mom with new house; says tough season put things in perspective May 11, 2021Raptors power forward Pascal Siakam surprised his mom with a lavish new house on Sunday, capturing the touching moment with a video that went viral on social media.
- Nishikori wary of COVID-19 threat at Athletes Village May 11, 2021Japan's Kei Nishikori has expressed concerns about staging the Olympic Games in Tokyo this summer as Japan battles to contain a surge in COVID-19 cases.
- Raptors forward surprises mom with new house; says tough season put things in perspective May 11, 2021
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Take a Hike: Millbrook Valley Trails is One of Our Original Outdoor Playgrounds
From its entrance at the Medd’s Mountain Park and the millpond in the village of Millbrook, the original loop of Millbrook Valley Trails (MVT) traverses a diversity of natural vegetative communities to the southern boundary of the Ministry of Natural Resource Provincial Fishing and Nature Areas, and follows Baxter Creek… Continue reading
Pastry Peddler Recognized as Best Bicycle Friendly Business in Kawarthas/Northumberland
Last week, Pastry Peddler owners Deanna Bell and Colin Hall were awarded the most Bicycle Friendly Business in the region by the Ontario By Bike Association. The award was designed to recognize businesses that support cycling in their communities. A winner was selected from each of the 13 tourism… Continue reading
County Development Charges Policy Revamp
Last month, Peterborough County Director of Finance Trena DeBruijn presented the summary of activity for the Development Charges (DC) revenue and expenses for 2020. This is a mandatory report submitted to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing as required by the Development Charges Act. Development charges are one-time fees… Continue reading
VIA Receives Support for High Frequency Rail Along the Quebec City-Toronto Corridor
A few months ago, elected officials in the Cavan-Monaghan and Peterborough County were asked to express support for a high frequency rail service on dedicated tracks running from Quebec City to Toronto with a stop in Peterborough. The route would separate passenger and freight rail operations, creating higher capacity for… Continue reading
Comment – May 2021
Most of us have been missing things during the pandemic. Hugs and laughs for a start. Dining out, dressing up, in-person shopping for new shoes, golf clubs, home décor items, and even dinner parties are distant memories. When this ends, and it will eventually, how will we adjust? Will we… Continue reading
Building Community at the Farmers’ Market
Farmers’ markets have historically been important social and economic institutions in our communities and remain so today. For many of us, farmer’ markets offer an opportunity for social connection, community building and provide hope for a healthy future. Local markets are a critical component in building local economies. By providing… Continue reading
Vaccines Come to Millbrook
This week, Peterborough Public Health (PPH) held a vaccine clinic at the CMCC in Millbrook. Eligible vaccine recipients were able to book an appointment two weeks earlier through the provincial COVax system. Drop in appointments are not available in the region. Pop-up clinics are happening in “hot spots” primarily in… Continue reading
Craft Cider Brings New Beverage Options for Local Food Trend
Jana Crawford is a team player. When she began to see her partner Graham Smith, who was a brewer, she tried all kinds of brews, looking for one she enjoyed. She finally identified a fruit beer from Belgium, but this did not meet his purist, four-ingredient definition of the beverage. … Continue reading