by Deborah Rogers – My Day Out this month allows me to give back (a little) to my community, and gives a glimpse of a vital not-for-profit service: I’m volunteering at the Food Bank. On the Wednesday morning that I join Executive Director Bev Elder and her team, the Sidney Lions Food Bank at Iroquois […]
Deb’s Day Out: Feeling Good About Giving Back
by Stu Rhodes – How often does an apprentice finish their technical training, and finish logging their work-based hours before their 18th birthday? Well, I don’t know the actual stats on this, but I can assure you: it rarely happens! No big deal for Julia Scheuer though. Julia graduated from Claremont Secondary last June, and
Trade Student Spotlight: Julia Scheuer – Hairstylist
by Lara Gladych – RETAIL Style Savvy Cottons and Blues, in Sidney, is under new ownership. A familiar face at the store, Anna Savage has taken over the locally-loved jeans and casual-wear shop. Shop locally, at 2437 Beacon (at Fourth Street). Fresh Space d.g.bremner & co. menswear has moved down Beacon, to the former Muffet
by Shauna Dorko, Sidney SeniorCare – ‘Tis the season for giving, and finding that “perfect gift” can be extremely challenging, particularly when it comes to buying for seniors. Simply put, many seniors seem to have almost everything, accumulated over the years, which can make it especially challenging to come up with a suitable gift this
Chasing the Golden Years: Gift Giving for Seniors Deserves Careful Consideration
by Solara Goldwynn, Hatchet & Seed – The month of December is a time of amazing food-filled events. It’s the time of holiday celebrations, friend and family gatherings, and maybe a little overindulging! Eating local during this winter month can be a little more challenging, as most farmer’s markets have shut down and our gardens
Island Dish: Festive Savoury Sweet Potato Pie
