Things can seem bleak for Parkinson’s sufferers facing long wait times to see a neurologist in Canada; perhaps as long as three years. And when they are seen, often little hope is offered for the daily tremors, internal complaints, and painful limbs. In fact, a doctor might suggest the patient… Continue reading
Paula Fitzgerald is there to help. A Case Manager from Peterborough’s Social Services, she can help clients navigate the vast array of programs designed to help people get back on their feet or to help them through a transition. Since 2016, she has been providing support to clients in the… Continue reading
You won’t have to wait until their December 10th concert to hear some of the Christmas repertoire the Millbrook Community Choir is preparing this season. Members of the choir will lead a parade of participants to the events of Christmas in the Village on December 7th, following one of the… Continue reading
Having grown up in the area, these boys appreciated the venue’s potential, and as luck would have it, chose one of those balmy October days when the sky was clear and the leaves were colourful. It was a sign that the shoot would go well, and it did. The views… Continue reading
This time, the filming of the second season of the television series “Anne”, was a more welcome experience. Last year, Millbrook Valley Chocolate owners Stephen and Jackie Flamminio had just taken possession of the former pizza shop location and were rushing to complete their renovations to open their doors… Continue reading
During her five years as a Personal Service Worker, Sarah Rodosky was never short of work. There is always a demand for employees to fill these positions, and there’s a good reason for that- it’s very hard work. At the bottom of the health care service career path, the abundance… Continue reading
The next coffee house hosted by the Mount Pleasant Women’s Institute takes place on December 2nd, beginning with an open stage at 7:30 with the main act starting at 8 pm. Featured this month is the Mayhemingways, a duo featuring Benj Rowland as lead singer and playing the accordion, banjo,… Continue reading
When I was married, we honeymooned at a bed-and-breakfast on the edge of the Ganaraska. The owner of the house considered herself a fortune teller and at breakfast she took my hand to read my palm. She looked at it only briefly. “You have two life lines,” she said dismissively,… Continue reading
