Wilberforce stands united to open a new bank

July 7, 2016

After news that the Wilberforce Scotiabank will be closing its doors as of January, Wilberforce is rallying to put their money where their mouth is – in a bank that understands small-town values.

Help Habitat for Humanity break ground

Prince Edward-Hastings Habitat for Humanity is reaching out to the community to help it break ground this month.

Business helps bring out inner beauty

A new business is bringing light into women’s lives by reminding them how beautiful they really are – in every and any stage of their lives.

‘Momma June’ marks 90th birthday

June McLay-Hill, also called Momma June by dozens of people in our community, celebrated her 90th birthday on Saturday, June 18.

Garbage collection contentious in Hastings Highlands

Tensions came a boiling point on May 2 at a special meeting of Hastings Highlands council when former mayor Ron Emond challenged the integrity of council’s decision to terminate curb-side garbage collection service, dating back to Jan. 1, 2015.

Craft Cabin gives back to community

The historic Craft Cabin gallery on Combermere Road has come to life for the summer season with a wide selection of new and familiar hand-crafted items on display.

Author releases new book: Rivers of Sand

By Nate Smelle On Dec. 1 Bancroft author George C. Myles released the second book in his Lioslaith trilogy entitled Rivers of Sand. The historical ...

Earth Sciences Centre feasible – for $16 million

A consortium of consulting firms has deemed the proposed Earth Sciences Centre a good fit for Bancroft, based on the town’s position as the Mineral Capital of Canada. It’s known nationally and internationally for its unique geology. The study, unveiled on Monday, also suggests that the centre could become an economic engine for the area, attracting both tourists and serious geologists to explore the land and its resources through the agency of the centre’s programs and research facilities.

Reeve Blair has strong words for County of Hastings planning

By Jim Eadie Following their swearing in, Wollaston’s new council divvied up the committee responsibilities for the coming months or longer as follows: Reeve Graham ...

Playhouse launches summer season

A full summer season launches on July 5 at the Bancroft Village Playhouse with a delightful comedy created by a former writer from M*A*S*H, Mary Tyler Moore and All In the Family.

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