Metal Artist Amanda Fillmore turns Trash into Treasure
Karen Graham Amanda Fillmore is a metal artist whose work is sold at local retail outlet Anchor and Company. She was first introduced to metal work in high school at Adam Scott Collegiate when her father suggested she consider welding for her Co-op semester. Her creative side was already well developed, as in grade…
On a Mission to Break the Silence of Depression
Melodie Seto It is often said that life experiences help make us who we are. Julie Vallieresis no stranger to this concept as she presses forward in her journey to redefine herself. Now a married 42 year old mother of three, she reflects on her20+ year battle with depression and anxiety that has had…
Get a Bicycle Boost with an E-Bike
Karen Graham So you’ve seen the signs and read about the beautiful cycle routes in and around the area. The trouble is, those magnificent views touted in the write ups required mounting a formidable hill to take in the panoramic view. If the idea of peddling your way to the summit leaves you tired…
Be Ready for Your ‘Close-Up’ this Ladies’ Night
Sarah Sobanski Cavan-Monaghan’s Kristine Hannah will help you capture a moment with local firefighters and officers tonight (Aug. 6) at Ladies’ Night. Last years attendees may recognize her from her representation in the Millbrook and District Chamber of Commerce booth as their Vice President, but this time around Hannah, also of Kristine Hannah Boudoir…
Wheelchair Rugby Athlete Cody Caldwell is Readyfor the Para Pan Am Games
Karen Graham Last Saturday, Canada’s Wheelchair Rugby team reunited again in London, Ontario for the final preparations for the first ever Wheelchair Rugby competition in the Para Pan Am Games. Local team member Cody Caldwell, who was profiled in November 2013 when he earned a spot on the team, is anxious to get started. …
Where Does Your Trout Come From?
Melodie Seto Linwood Acres Trout Farm was first established in Campbellcroft about 45 years ago and is open to the public all year round. Located on approximately 15 acres with 3 sets of springs running through the land, it is the ideal place to raise trout. With 15 ponds and 1 “fishout” pond, Linwood…