Centennial Place Welcomes a New Kind of Resident
A few weeks ago, Centennial Place introduced six new “residents” to their community. The four cats and two dogs are called Companion pets, and came not from a breeder but from the Hasbro toy manufacturer. Much to the delight of the residents, these “pets” look and feel like real animals and respond (in…
Save the Date: Maple in the Township Comes on the April 1st Weekend
A group of local Maple Syrup producers are joining forces to host a Maple weekend on April 1st and 2nd. All participating producers will open the doors to their sugar shacks between the hours of 9:30am and 4:30pm and invite you to come and bring your family to walk a sugar bush and watch…
Todd Equipment Builds for the Future While Respecting the Past
In 1950, Gerry Todd was asked by his employer Massey Ferguson to take a trip from Toronto up Highway 115 to scout a location for a new dealership. He returned unimpressed, and asked his manager what he was thinking, explaining that the area was covered in forests. Travelling off the highway on his second…
Patrick Benson Moves on after Transition Period
Patrick Benson Moves on after Transition Period for New Owners of Benson Shields Funeral Homes This December, Bill Shields and Gwen Hogg celebrated their first year as owners of Benson Shields Funeral Homes. During this transition, former owner Patrick Benson has provided ongoing support as funeral director and introduced Bill to the community. For…
What Next?!
Thunderstorms and heavy rain in February?! This is really turning out to be a very odd and changeable year. And March looks set to continue this lack of pattern. But we must make the best of it and so I am suggesting some things to look out for. After the last two columns devoted…