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POSTCARD MEMORIES:
Soap-box derbies a longtime rite of spring
Children and their parents often worked together to get the car just right for races in Penetanguishene and Midland.
May 13, 2023 9:54 AM
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Easter weekend marks homage to local churches
In Midland, the churches have been at the centre of the community since its inception
Apr 7, 2023 7:29 AM
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Midland's steep streets once provided perfect toboggan runs
Huronia Museum notes that besides super fast toboggan runs, 1936 winter carnival boasted ski hills 'blazed thorugh the bush on the hills north of the Midland-Penetang highway'
Mar 25, 2023 9:54 AM
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'Your Loving Son' recounts letters to a wartime mother
'The effects of war are permanent and disfigure all of us for generations,' writer says. 'Remembrance is about reminding us of this perennial tragedy'
Nov 5, 2022 9:54 AM
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Ghosts, goblins and low-church Evangelists. Dona Nobis Pacem
'Halloween is upon us and every spooky thing jumps out to bother me as I am a haunted man,' author notes
Oct 29, 2022 9:54 AM
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The roaring game: From Scotland to Waubaushene and Midland
Waubaushene built its first rink in 1879, a full 40 years before James Playfair founded the Midland Curling Club
Oct 22, 2022 9:54 AM
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John Box Horrell, Midlands first mayor
(4 photos)
Horrell came from Wyebridge in 1879, and built on the southwest corner of King and Hugel where the CIBC branch now stands
Oct 15, 2022 11:25 AM
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Home Port: The Keewatin, an Edwardian-era ship. Ours to lose
Time to act to keep Keewatin in its home port is now, says author, who suggests immediately forming a maritime museum
Oct 8, 2022 11:52 AM
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David L. King, Ogemawahjwon’s Family: Loyal to King and Crown
Medal presented by Prince of Wales in 1860 for War of 1812 actions remains a precious family heirloom
Oct 1, 2022 11:25 AM
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Fall fairs awaken the child in us all
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With the Coldwater Fall Fair occuring this weekend, author recalls the awe-inspiring appeal of fairs from days gone by
Sep 24, 2022 9:54 AM
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