Historical Society
Historical Society volunteer Karyn Swaffield holds up one of the audio recorders used to gather stories.
Common Ground – October 2026
By Jill Williams “October is the fallen leaf, but it is also a wider horizon more clearly seen.”– Hal Borland. Most of my glads bloomed after Labour Day. It was so reassuring to see them again after their poor show last year. I constantly change my mind about what the best cut flower is…
Today’s Faith – Harvest Joy
By Rev. Janet Stobie In our wonderful country of Canada, we welcome fall with our Thanksgiving celebrations. What better way to say goodbye to the blessings of summer? As I watch the birds tank up at my feeders in preparation for their trip south- or the winter ahead – I have to be grateful.…
Wildin’ – October 2026)
By Anita Odessa No Room at the Maggot Motel When people hear that I’m a forager, the first thing they want to know about is mushrooms. The truth is, I initially found the world of fungi intimidating, so aside from having gleaned a basic familiarity with morels and puff balls in childhood playing inmy…
Janet Stobie Launches Third book in Catalpa Creek Mystery Series
Janet Stobie has just published her 12th book. Entitled “Making Room: A Different Kind of Courage”, this is the third book in Janet Stobie’s Catalpa Creek cozy mystery series. This is the twelfth book published by this energetic and prolific retired United Church Minister who also writes a monthly column for this paper. While…
Springdale Residents Celebrate Resident Council
Picture are residents enjoying ice cream sundaes and some comradery at their celebration of the contributions of Resident Councils in long term care homes across the province. Last month Resident Councils in Long-Term Care Homes celebrate their roles in representing residents in the management of their homes. These are formal advisory groups consisting of…