The most romantic time of the year is upon us.
Valentine’s Day is a time to remind that special someone how much you care. One of the best ways to do that is to put yourself out there and let it all show!
For some, this might involve writing a poem or song or sending flowers. For others, it might mean cooking a fantastic meal for the other person who is always the cook.
It’s a tough job being a councillor in Peterborough these days.
Every little decision has started to become mainstream media and, as a voter, I find it quite refreshing.
A big decision that has been making the rounds in local media over the last few weeks has been the proposed site plan for a new Shoppers Drug Mart store in the downtown core.
Veteran Peterborough musicians Washboard Hank Fisher and Dennis O’Toole present the Second Annual Blue Valentine, a matinee tribute to the music and life of Willie P. Bennett that takes place at the Garnet on Sunday, February 17th from 2 to 5 p.m.
How does a former pro hockey player from Peterborough wind up leading one of the most successful country music festivals in Ontario?
If you ask Shannon McNevan, executive director of the live music production company Republic Live Inc. and the now famous Boots and Hearts Music Festival, he’ll tell you his achievement results from believing in yourself and loving what you do.
“If you stand on your faith and are willing to work hard, anything is possible.”
The Peterborough Petes, Peterborough Hockey Association, Peterborough Girls Hockey Association, City of Peterborough and Parks Canada are hosting Scotiabank Hockey Day in Canada on Saturday, February 9, 2013 — along with two days of local events leading up to the bid day on Saturday.
Celebrate your love of our community at this special Valentine’s Day celebration.
The first annual “For the Love of Food” was created and organized by Terry Merrill and his staff at the Holiday Inn.
Join Head Chef Vanden Anker for a four-course gourmet local-focus feast, with wine pairings from Colio Estate Winery.
If you know the work of Esther Vincent, then you know that skies, clouds and light — all found in the immediate countryside — have been a central theme in her work as a photographer over the past few years.
Ted Higgins is a tough guy to track down.
“I’m not avoiding you Carol,” he laughs.
After four exchanges in less than three weeks, I too am starting to think our game of phone tag is humorous. In an effort to successfully pin him down, I suggest coming to meet Higgins at his home.
“That’s not necessary. I’ll see you first thing tomorrow morning,” he promises. “What do you take in your coffee?”
Paving the way for a healthy lifestyle in Peterborough since 1987, Stickling’s organic baked products are continuing their expansion into various locations across the province.
What three achievements are you most proud of since becoming the Executive Director at the Health Services Foundation in 2009?
“Our on-going volunteer program which helps to facilitate and support the work we do at the Foundation. We have a full roster of individuals. The fact we have people approaching us to volunteer speaks to how well run the program is.
We are the first Foundation to work with Family Health Teams. It’s a prime example of how the Foundation continues to forge new partnerships unlike any in the province of Ontario. At the same time, we remain true to and honour our Foundation’s legacy.
Now in its third year, the Peterborough Speakers Series is an event that helps to build awareness to the good work we do at the Foundation, while shining a spotlight on some exceptional contributors to our community.”
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