Food Share Connects Our Generous Community to Those in Need

While Halloween has just passed, local Food Share staff is gearing up for their busiest season. After Thanksgiving, their food supplies have dwindled, but donations flood in as the month draws to an end, as ours community always comes through to help those less fortunate in time for the holiday… Continue reading

Taking the Plunge: Becky Dong goes it Alone in New Venture

After more than 30 years working in the Chinese restaurant business, this spring Becky Dong decided it was time to be her own boss. Encouraged by an enthusiastic and loyal customer base, Dong found a modern location close to her Cavan Monaghan customers and in March opened Happy Palace, a… Continue reading

Fraserville Entrepreneur Alex Bushell’s Start up Launches Revolutionary Lab System

There are many routes that lead to starting your own business. For Alex Bushell and his partner Steve Wright, the path began with frustration on the job that peaked after their employer was purchased by a US multinational, leaving them feeling disconnected. In 2013, Alex Bushell spent 40% of his… Continue reading

Entire Watershed Remains in Level 2 Low Water Condition

The Otonabee Region Water Response Team advises members of the watershed community that the Level 2 low water condition remains in effect. This means that water users of both municipal and private water supplies are strongly encouraged to continue to reduce their water use by 20% in their daily routines… Continue reading