Writers’ BLOC Celebrates 30th Anniversary
How does a local writing group celebrate its 30th Anniversary during a pandemic? Simple. Publish a novella.
Since 1991, members of Writers’ BLOC have been...
OTF Capital Grant a Bright Light for Meaford Public Library
On Tuesday November 9, MPP Bill Walker returned to the newly re-opened Meaford Public Library to meet again with Library Board Chair, Mike Poetker,...
One hundred years later the poppy has become a symbol of Remembrance
Remembrance Day 2021 is over but, as I watched the Royal Family Remembrance Day ceremony last night, I couldn't help but be proud as...
Salvation Army needs volunteers for the upcoming Kettle fundraising campaign
Once again, the Salvation Army is returning to the Christmas Kettle campaign as one of its major fundraisers.
There are more than 2,000 kettle locations...
Pte. Robert White – an exceptional new Canadian
During the 1800s and into the 1900s, the Bernardo Home Children program in England collected young children who were orphaned or from very poor...
Bruce Power launches ONLINE Community Toy Drive with United Way
Bruce Power has launched an online fundraiser, in conjunction with the United Way of Bruce Grey, to collect cash donations for toy and hamper...
New Perspectives: A Senior Moment – “SONGS THAT WON THE WAR”
Historians of World War II seldom include the name of Canadian Ruth Lowe in their list of heroes who finally brought about victory in...
Lest We Forget – a time to remember
Every year their numbers grow fewer ... yet, every year on November 11th, those who remain march proudly to honour their fallen comrades and...
A tribute to War Amps veterans
To the Editor:
As we approach Remembrance Day, I’d like to pay tribute to the veteran members of The War Amps.
The War Amps was started...
Forests Ontario Plants 2.8 Million Trees this Planting Season
Not-for-profit charity Forests Ontario facilitated the planting of 2.8 million trees through its 50 Million Tree Program (50 MTP) this planting season. These efforts...
