Today’s Faith – Christmas Belongs to All of Us
By Rev. Janet Stobie December is here. Many of us in Canada are busy preparing for Christmas. Statisticians tell us that the majority of people in Canada are no longer Christian. Almost every world religion is represented in our population. Many claim no belief in God at all, yet still the stores gear up…
PRHC Introduces on-line Wait-time Clock for Emergency Department Care
Last week, Peterborough Regional Health Centre (PRHC)announced that patients and families can now access an online Emergency Department(ED) wait-time clock providing real-time estimates for how long it may take to be seen by a physician. “Patients and families are already experiencing stress and uncertainty when they come to the ED,” said Dr. Nicole DeFrancesco,…
Local Biogas Plant Seeks to Support Growing Provincial Electricity Needs
At the November 17th Council meeting, Synergi Power Systems Inc. asked for municipal support for their application to secure a long-term contract to provide electricity to the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO). This is the provincial Crown Corporation responsible for operating the electricity market and directing the operation of the bulk electrical system in…
Majestic Designers Offers Custom Kitchen & Bath Options
Majestic Designers moved into the location beside Woodward’s Garage almost two and a half years ago. It’s owner, Gnanathasan Suntharampillai –known as Thas, had been building kitchens and vanities for large retailers out of a rented location in Whitby for 25 years when he decided to change direction. With his son joining the business,…