North Cavan Public School Principal Martin Twiss joined this school in the fall of 2016 in the final stop in an extensive career in public education. During his time with the Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board (KPRDSB), Twiss has been in the classroom, Board Superintendent and, finally, Elementary School… Continue reading
Most of us have our fingers crossed that our good behavior over the past two months will soon be rewarded with more social “privileges” in the form of larger social gathering opportunities, some serious retail therapy and a real haircut before either of those two events. In parts of the… Continue reading
Valentine’s Day has a new meaning for Louise Bedford. It’s the day she decided to take the leap and start her own business. Sitting in the Pastry Peddler, she was dismayed to see a Florist Shop sign on a store across the street- someone had stolen her dream! She soon… Continue reading
At the May 6th Council meeting, a delegation led by Cavan resident Al Steel delivered a presentation promoting the development of a multi-use trail within the township. The project envisioned was described as a ‘backbone’ network that connects features, activities and destinations within and outside the Township. It would allow… Continue reading
No one expected Susan Tung to stand still very long after the sale of her family business, the Golden Wheel, earlier this year. A full-time Trent student, Susan has still found time to work at the restaurant, helping the new owners through the transition. Susan is an entrepreneur at heart,… Continue reading
These days it’s not just parents who are sleep-deprived- kids feel it, too. We recognize the signs of tired children- they are grumpy, sluggish and impulsive. But research tells us that the consequences of inadequate sleep are much more serious than bad moods. Poor sleep is associated with suicide risk,… Continue reading
The heat reminds us that Fair season is around the corner. Experience it through the eyes of a child by dropping in on Thursday, June 6th to see the educational exhibits around the grounds. Or soak up the vibes at some of the evening pull events to see a noisy… Continue reading
Peterborough & the Kawarthas Business Advisory Centre is now accepting applications for the Summer Company program. Summer Company is the Government of Ontario’s flagship youth entrepreneurship program that connects students ages 15-29 with training, mentorship and funding to start a summer business. This year, seven grants up to $3000 are… Continue reading
