Hermon Hornet Fest success

June 9, 2016

Nearly 200 people gathered for food and fun at the Mayo Community Centre on Friday evening June 3 for the Hornet Fest fundraiser arranged by the Hermon Public School parent council.

Bancroft Farmers’ market opens new season

The Bancroft Farmers’ Market got its second season off to a great start last Friday, on a perfect sunny day. Manager Ervin Weber noted that ...

Author sheds light on local history in new book

By Nate Smelle A three-year long labour of love came to a close over the Thanksgiving weekend as co-author and editor Barbara Gunter-Anderson released her ...

Bancroft tattoo artists triumph in Halifax

Less than a year ago, Lisa Bickert opened Deuce Tattoos on North Hastings Street across from Tim Hortons. Now, not only is her business doing well, but her workers have been recognized by their peers.

NHHS marks athletic achievement

At a morning assembly last Wednesday, North Hastings High School handed out its awards for athletic performance.

New sport finds seniors in a pickle

Pickleball: it’s a name that suggests a game at Oktoberfest, or a frat party. The combination of tennis and badminton is catching on with active seniors all over North America. It’s played with a whiffle-ball and an oversized ping-pong paddle.

Pods corner ‘glamping’ market

The Algonquin Pod Company is increasingly becoming a first choice for adventurers seeking a new take on camping. Based on Parcher Road in Barry’s Bay, the trademark Pod has come to define what is referred to as “glamping,” or glamorous camping.

Students leaders aim to revive school spirit

Lexus Scott and Shannon Norris were elected North Hastings High School student body prime minister and deputy prime minister last week. Now they’re making plans to involve more students in the activities of student council, as well as increase “Husky Pride.”

Maynooth market a community hub

Maynooth’s outdoor market kicked off the summer season on a strong note last Saturday, as more than 50 vendors started showing up at sunrise to unload products from the back of pick-up trucks. The day begins early for vendors in the parking lot of the Old Community Centre, near the Logger’s Fields in downtown Maynooth, and it ends at 1 p.m.

School board honours local teachers

Hastings Prince Edward District School Board has as its highest honour what are called the “Great Place” awards. These recognize those who make a significant contribution to student achievement and go the extra mile to make board schools “a great place to learn.”

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