In & Around Town
Local church food pantry sees big increase in demand during pandemic
By: Michelle Poirier
The Hope for Today Fellowship church in Keswick feeds not only souls, but also hungry families.
Elder Derek Edwards runs a food pantry...
Local art gallery launches virtual portal for artists and aspiring artists
By: Ewa Chwojko
What do toilet paper rolls and art have in common? Look at the images below!
When you unleash your creative powers even humble...
Local art gallery launches virtual portal for artists and aspiring artists
By: Ewa Chwojko
What do toilet paper rolls and art have in common? Look at the images below!
When you unleash your creative powers even humble...
Routes offers phone call service for residents feeling isolated during the pandemic
By: James Burrows
When you're anxious there's nothing better than hearing a friendly voice at the end of the phone.
That feeling of being connected...
Community initiatives pop up during COVID-19 crisis
By: Michelle Poirier
While the COVID-19 crisis brings anxiety and uncertainty, it is also inspires the best in people.
And that's what's happening in Georgina,...
Town of Georgina challenges community to donate to local food bank
By: Mike Anderson
The Town of Georgina will match each dollar donated by the community to the Georgina Community Food Pantry, up to a total...
Wonder Women Conference 2020: Smart Women Achieving Greatness
By: Ewa Chwojko
“It’s women’s time, rise up!” was the shout of the day at the Women in Business Conference held earlier this month by...
Local caremongers rally to help isolated seniors and others in need during pandemic
By: Mike Anderson
They are called caremongers; people who volunteer to get food and essentials to vulnerable residents during the COVID-19 pandemic.
And Danielle Trautman, a...
John Sibbald, community leader and champion of the arts, dead at age 92
By: Karen Wolfe
John Drinkwater Sibbald III (1928 - 2020) was a charming friend who had an iconic presence in our community. With a legacy...
Online resources for residents self-isolating
By: Michelle Poirier
Many residents of Georgina are practicing social
distancing and self-isolation due to the COVID-19 pandemic. While you are stuck
inside, you may be questioning...
