Maple Event 2019!

  Pictured are visitors to the Staples’s property where they saw modern production of that sweet syrup during the local maple event last month. Despite poor maple harvesting weather, the sun broke out for the event. More than 100 people dropped by Red Mill Maple Syrup’s location on Deyell Line,… Continue reading

Galerie Q Hosts Painting Workshop for the Peterborough Chinese Association

On the afternoon of April 13th, Galerie Q welcomed the Peterborough Chinese Association Members and their families in their first painting event with artist Valerie Kent of Cavan Art Gallery and Studio.  An experienced teacher, Valerie provided step by step instruction adapting to the participants. Everyone enjoyed watching the demonstrations… Continue reading

Community Support Embraces Canadian Pony Club Motto – Loyalty, Character, Sportsmanship

The Kawartha Pony Club branch wishes to thank each and every one of their guests and supporters who attended and donated to their very successful Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser.  Through raffle, meal tickets and cash donations, the club raised $1,762.31 at that event. The Millbrook Lions’ Den was the perfect venue… Continue reading

Farm Credit Helps Canadian Farmers Grow

At last month’s farm show, staff from Farm Credit Canada (FCC) was on hand offering their services to the crowds strolling through the aisles. They need no introduction to the agricultural community, but the nature and extent of their services is less understood by the general public. Established in 1959,… Continue reading

Provincial Funding Give and Take Reflects Shifting Priorities

After suggesting ongoing transfer payments from the Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund (OMPF) that for a core funding component in municipal budgets across the province were in jeopardy in February, last week the province provided welcome news to many rural municipalities struggling to maintain local infrastructure with a one- time grant. … Continue reading

Midget Rep – Year End Wrap Up

It was a season of ups and downs for the DT Power Sports and Marine Midget Rep team.  With a full team this season the Coaching staff and players had high hopes for their season.  It was a rough start, but by their 2nd tournament in Parry Sound the team… Continue reading