Ahead of the Curve: Local Farmers Produce Premium Beans for Export Markets
Karen Graham There are hundreds of acres around the township planted with Adzuki beans destined for Japan. One of these farmers, Paul Shaughnessy of Bailiboro, began producing the popular Asian bean five years ago under contract with the Hensall and District Co-op located in southwestern Ontario which has managed bean contracts for the Japanese…
Tractor Pulls Returning to Bethany
Sarah Sobanski The roar of tractor engines will sound at the Bethany Park this Saturday (Aug. 15). Bethany’s Lawn Tractor Pulls are returning to the park for the first time since 2011, with a special twist – new entry classes for antique tractors. Big name sponsors like Molson Canadian and Coors, John Deer and…
Tractor Pulls Returning to Bethany
Sarah Sobanski The roar of tractor engines will sound at the Bethany Park this Saturday (Aug. 15). Bethany’s Lawn Tractor Pulls are returning to the park for the first time since 2011, with a special twist – new entry classes for antique tractors. Big name sponsors like Molson Canadian and Coors, John Deer and…
Metal Artist Amanda Fillmore turns Trash into Treasure
Karen Graham Amanda Fillmore is a metal artist whose work is sold at local retail outlet Anchor and Company. She was first introduced to metal work in high school at Adam Scott Collegiate when her father suggested she consider welding for her Co-op semester. Her creative side was already well developed, as in grade…
On a Mission to Break the Silence of Depression
Melodie Seto It is often said that life experiences help make us who we are. Julie Vallieresis no stranger to this concept as she presses forward in her journey to redefine herself. Now a married 42 year old mother of three, she reflects on her20+ year battle with depression and anxiety that has had…
Get a Bicycle Boost with an E-Bike
Karen Graham So you’ve seen the signs and read about the beautiful cycle routes in and around the area. The trouble is, those magnificent views touted in the write ups required mounting a formidable hill to take in the panoramic view. If the idea of peddling your way to the summit leaves you tired…