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This month, the Hinchinbrooke School of Rock celebrated the arrival of new musical and video equipment, thanks to a generous grant from the Limestone Learning Foundation. The Hinchinbrooke School of Rock has come a long way from its humble beginnings in the winter of 2005. What…
Sydenham’s Golden Eagles squad take second place at the Nationals. Photo courtesy of Miranda Roy After placing first in their division in mid-February the Sydenham Golden Eagles competitive co-ed cheerleading team placed second at the Nationals, which were held at the Hershey…
Members of the Wednesday Breakfast group of Verona offer their assistance at RKY Camp. Photo courtesy of Peter Bedoukian. The RKY Camp, located on the shore of Eagle Lake near Parham and operated by the Rotary and Kiwanis clubs of Kingston and the Kingston Family YMCA, happily…
Cast of Land O'Lakes prodution of The Little Mermaid "The Little Mermaid” made waves and a big splash last Wednesday evening as Land O’ Lakes Public School presented its annual spring musical. Based on the fairy tale by Hans Christian Anderson, the classic enchanted the audience…
by Lorraine Julien Feathers are a defining characteristic of birds. Simply put, if an animal has feathers, it is a bird. Although feathers play a major role in enabling birds to fly, creatures without feathers can also fly. Some examples are bats, which are fantastically agile…
Back to HomeLetters - May 6, 2010Letters: May 6 Setting the record sraight, Jim Beam Setting the record sraight I would like to set the record straight regarding the NF budget and Councilor Perry's comments as reported in last week's paper (Budget approved in North Frontenac…
Dan Richard and Tessa bring Environmental Education to students at Land O’ Lakes P Students at Land O’Lakes Public School in Mountain Grove were treated to a special presentation on April 29 by Dan Richard and his feathered friend Tessa. Dan, who recently graduated from the…
by Margaret Inwood, Lanark County Master Gardeners If the leaves on your plants are turning yellow and the overall growth of the plant is stunted, the soil is lacking nitrogen and you should add manure or bloodmeal. If the undersides of leaves, veins and stems of your plants are…
by Helen Halpenny Lanark County Master Gardeners You folks who live in apartments, condos or houses with small yards need not be deterred from having an attractive garden. With careful planning, you can enjoy the outdoor space at least three seasons of the year. The first step…
by Helen Halpenny Lanark County Master Gardeners Rhubarb, ‘Rheum rhubarbarbum’, the staple of every garden, is the first spring crop we pick for pies and jam. But some varieties of ‘Rheum’ are also striking ornamental plants. With large umbrella-like leaves that contrast with…
