Dump draws heated discussion

April 28, 2017

At the Dungannon Recreation Centre in L’Amble on April 23, a full hall made their feelings clear about a number of issues facing Bancroft — chiefly, that they are strongly opposed to the sale of the Dungannon landfill.

Not too early to plan for spring tree planting

The Bancroft Area Stewardship Council has launched their 2016 Tree and Shrub Program that provides low-cost seedlings to local landowners. The program offers species suitable ...

Hospice completes fire safety training

The volunteer Christmas potluck started to look a bit different this year at Hospice North Hastings when North Hastings Fire Services chief Pat Hoover dropped ...

Deuce Tattoos celebrates anniversary

Deuce Tattoos has proven to be a successful endeavour for its owner, Lisa Bickert, who said that her store fills a need in the area. She has managed to carve out a niche for herself. Despite being unsure about the business when she started, the tattoo parlour celebrated its second anniversary April 15.

Peruvian filmmaker at AGB

The Art Gallery of Bancroft is starting its 2017 Artist Talk Series with a focus on animation with artist, curator and filmmaker Madi Piller.

Coe Hill dinner packs Legion

The North Hastings Community Hand Bell Choir performs at the CCNH seniors Christmas dinner held in Coe Hill on Dec. 11. JIM EADIE Special to ...

Bancroft council faces new costs

Bancroft council took place last week without a familiar face. As previously reported in Bancroft This Week, Mayor Bernice Jenkins is taking an indeterminate leave of absence. Paul Jenkins has become the acting mayor. In other council notes; Budget meeting set; Surplus properties put up for sale; Bancroft election will not have online voting; Council recommends collaboration for Club 580 plan; Town considers better ways to get the word out; Muncipal assessment costs town; Water and sewage contract proposals due April 19.

Lessons from a dog

I arrived at certain highlights early in my adult life, while others have come to a lot later. For example, I waited a long time ...

Small schools and libraries discussed in Wollaston

The future of small North Hastings public schools, and their impact on community development and growth came up several times during the Wollaston Township regular council meeting on April 11. Local schools have received a reprieve from the threat of closure by the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board, but only for this round of reviews.