Brian Lockhart

5 days ago | thespec.com | Brian Lockhart

The Beeton Cookbook Club meets monthly to host discussions for foodies and share recipes, favourite cookbooks or tips and tricks they have learned during their cooking experiences. Every month there is a different theme. For April, the theme is Cooking Techniques, where you can learn about techniques like sous vide, pickling, smoking, and caramelizing, as well as many more tips for the kitchen. The Cookbook Club is not a cooking demonstration.

5 days ago | thespec.com | Brian Lockhart

With a hastily called federal election less than three weeks away, the New Tecumseth Times reached out to local candidates with a series of questions about what they would like to accomplish if elected. Candidates were also asked why residents of the New Tecumseth–Gwillimbury riding should vote for them and what issues are most pressing. These are the candidates’ responses.

5 days ago | thespec.com | Brian Lockhart

The Stevenson Memorial Hospital Foundation announced it received a donation of $13,870 from the Stevenson Memorial Hospital Auxiliary. This contribution will help fund the purchase of an ambulatory 24-hour blood pressure monitor with accessories and a new ECG machine. This will enhance diagnostic capabilities at Stevenson Memorial Hospital and improve patient care. Both pieces of equipment play a critical role in the early detection and monitoring of cardiovascular conditions.

5 days ago | thespec.com | Brian Lockhart

The Provincial Junior Hockey League is waiting for one conference final series to finish to see which four Junior C teams will move on to the semi-final round of the Schmalz Cup playoffs. The North Carruthers Division champions, the Orillia Terriers, are done for the season after losing their North Conference series to the Hanover Barons in five games. Orillia won Game One of the series 5-3, but that’s all they could do.

5 days ago | thespec.com | Brian Lockhart

Procyon Wildlife has joined with seven other Ontario-based wildlife centres to raise awareness about the increasing number of baby animals being orphaned due to human activity. When the warmer weather arrives, wildlife becomes more active. Many species, especially raccoons, squirrels, and skunks, seek safe, warm places to raise their young. Unfortunately, attics, sheds, chimneys, and other quiet structures are prime targets.