Two weeks ago, the province committed $71 million to the proposed Eastern Ontario Regional Network (EORN) which was founded to improve mobile broadband and establish reliable cellular coverage across eastern Ontario. The announced support fulfills a previous provincial government commitment to invest in cellular and broadband infrastructure in Eastern Ontario…. Continue reading
After starting the sport a few short months ago, eight-year-old Hunter George took top prize in the FXR Kawartha Cup held in Lindsay on February 16th, where he scored the most points among the ten participants in his racing class. One of the races in the Canadian Snowcross circuit, it… Continue reading
This year, Millbrook Minor Hockey took control of the local Hockey Day in Canada celebrations by doing what they do best- providing an opportunity for young players to build their skills and have some fun playing a sport they love. The club focused their efforts on the youngest players ages… Continue reading
Mayor McFadden was quick to support an overture from the province received last week seeking a location for a new auto manufacturing facility. The letter, sent to municipalities across the province, outlined a request for a 500- to 1500-acre site for a new plant. At the February 21st Special Council… Continue reading
Pictured is Janet Buchanan, Director of Resident and Family Services. The staff at Centennial Place is inviting resident to have their tax returns completed by volunteers associated with Revenue Canada Agency. Straight-forward tax returns with annual incomes below $40,000 are eligible for this free service. Tax preparation will be… Continue reading
Gone are the days when landowners could build a retirement home on their property for grandpa or a starter home for the kids. Lot creation is subject to a growing web of regulations, with principles articulated in the Planning Act which establishes the policy to guide land use decisions across… Continue reading
Remember the bumper stickers saying “If you like to eat, thank a farmer”? How about this version: “If you like the local paper, thank the advertisers”? Publishing this newspaper takes a lot of work and yes, money. Much of the “work” is fun – how can you not smile when… Continue reading
THANK YOU to Karen Morton, Community Development Co-ordinator at Community Care; to the amazing CC volunteers who made many phone calls so we could be transported to Toronto up to 3X a week since late October; to all the drivers who answered the call and waited while we went to… Continue reading
