In this information age, our libraries have kept pace and have even surpassed what many of us believe them to be. This often underutilized community resource has expanded into so more areas, thanks to funding from the Ontario Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport, and the internet. And your library… Continue reading
Among the more popular New Year’s resolutions are ones focused on improving one’s health. That usually means signing up for an exercise program, joining a gym or adding physical activities to the daily To Do list. Physical health is not the only health item requiring our attention. These days we… Continue reading
Steve Burgomaster compares his prize bull’s latest achievement to winning the Super Bowl. In January, his Charolais bull Double Vision from Sharodon Farm in Omemee won the 2018 US National Reserve Champion Bull title. The weekend event also included the national stock sale. In the semen auction, Double Vision… Continue reading
As I was driving home from Ottawa after a Christmas visit, I stopped in at the High Spring Trading Post and Saddlery between Marmora and Havelock, to say hello to Rick Mocon. Above the cash register in the store are clippings and photos from the era of Frontier Days in… Continue reading
Where has January gone?! And where has our snow gone?! The cold, dry snow of December and early January was wonderful for walking. Now the ice and uneven, crusty snow make for difficult footing. Nevertheless, for the person equipped with good ice cleats the outdoors beckons, with many things… Continue reading
Ski Club As the first snow falls, the sign-up for the Millbrook South Cavan Ski and Snowboard club commences. Kids in grade 4 to 8 look forward to the snowy hills and icy jumps all year round. For a few short months, ski club will be in full action! This… Continue reading
Those whose winter plans include an out of town vacation may find improved peace of mind regarding their vacant home after taking advantage of the Peterborough Police Services free Homeguard Inspection program. This is a community-based crime prevention initiative of the Peterborough Police Service Auxiliary officers and that allows community… Continue reading
Today we talk a great deal about shrinking our “carbon footprint.” Advertising, education, news reports, books, magazines, and other people have all had a part in raising my consciousness on environmental issues. I have soaked in enough warnings about not polluting our environment that I find it difficult to casually… Continue reading
