Tag: local business
Preliminary Budget Proposes a 2.5% Municipal Rate Hike
Council started their new term in office with a review of the township’s financial situation during a day-long meeting last month, where Director of Finance Kimberley Pope presented a preliminary draft of current budget.…
Kawartha Downs Reopens
After a two-month closure, Kawartha Downs re-opened in time for Christmas with 150 slot machines and 21 racing dates for the 2019 Harness Racing Schedule. This was no small achievement with staff, management and…
Discover A Modern Take on a Traditional Craft at the Quilter’s Bolt
You might perceive quilting as a creative and relaxing pastime, a throw back reminiscent of the slower pace of times past. That might be true for many, but not for Quilter’s Bolt owner Kate…
New Works Depict Familiar Neighbourhood Scenes
The Millbrook Gallery hosted Yvon and Johanne Lemieux on December 13, 2018, for a meet and greet. The sale of some of Yvon’s compelling artwork raised a significant amount last year for Peterborough’s Brock…
Iron Equipment Finds Permanent Location on Syer Line
It started in the basement of owner Jamie Molloy’s home in Pontypool a mere seven years ago. The business soon outgrew that space and for the past six years it has operated out of…
Beach House Electric
Corey Beach has gone out on his own with apprentice Aaron Horton, launching an electrical service business servicing the area. They may be new kids on this block, but with fourteen years of experience…
Water Bottles Reincarnated in Stylish Ladies’ Active Wear Line
Oasis Boutique owner Nancy Fallis is becoming more discriminating in choosing the clothing line selection she offers at the store. No longer satisfied to offer stylish, reasonably-priced women’s clothing and accessories, she is striving…