Pony Club Donation
Even though the club has effectively been on hold since March, they continued to conduct a bottle drive and decided make this significant donation from the proceeds to this local equestrian centre where they would have normally competed this summer. The twelve members wanted to pay it forward to an organization they appreciate. Founded…
Cavan Hill Veterinary Services Celebrates 25 Years With New Facility
In 1995, Dr. Richard Maser, an Ontario Veterinary College graduate, purchased a farm with a traditional white farmhouse on Highway 7A between Cavan and Bethany with the vision to transform the property into a veterinary clinic. In the centre of a growing community, its location provided loads of space with high visibility and easy…
Why Our Kids Need Healthy School Food During the COVID-19 Pandemic
With September around the corner, schools are gearing up to reopen after COVID-19 shut downs. This pandemic has taught us not only about physical health, but also the importance of healthy eating, mental health, social connection, and learning for our kids. So, what is one ingredient needed for all of these, and overall student well-being?…
What Are Your Stories?
When I was the minister at Pontypool and Bethany United Churches, each summer I conducted “Decoration Day” services at the local cemeteries. Local and returning families gathered at the cemetery to “pay their respects” at the graves of their loved ones. During the week prior, or that Sunday, they would plant or bring flowers…
Belize Stops COVID at the Border
The Belizeans have been much more successful than Canada or the US in fighting the COVID invasion. Belize began their program in early February. Arriving in Belize on February 6th and completely unaware of the pending disaster, I was met by four medical staff who asked the questions we are asked when we enter a restricted area…