Then and Now

Then and Now shares historical photos and personal stories of past people, places, and events and connects them to their significance today. They are made possible through the continued support of Bajic Denture Clinic as part of our Community Leaders Program.

'Most spectacular setting:' King’s Wharf Theatre turns 25 next year

Building now housing Penetanguishene theatre was originally built in the 19th century. After a renovation or two over the years, it is now home to some of Ontario’s favourite theatrical productions

Nov 29, 2023 2:43 PM Read more >

Midland's Lakeview Cemetery has double life as popular park

The cemetery, established in 1888, honours 'tremendous sacrifice' of local veterans each year with white crosses for Remembrance Day

Nov 4, 2023 2:30 PM Read more >

Making people happy never goes out of style for local hairdresser

'I love making changes in people. I love shaping hair. People come in and you get to make them feel good,' says Vincent Castano, who had operated his salon for 50 years

Sep 27, 2023 2:30 PM Read more >

Huronia Airport has evolved into soaring success

Once a grass strip, airport in Tiny now houses flight school and is base for search and rescue missions

Aug 26, 2023 12:30 PM Read more >

'Very proud': Midland lawn bowlers are among the nation's best

Local club, which officially opened in 1977, has deep roots in the community and always welcomes new players to facility on Little Lake

Jul 26, 2023 12:30 PM Read more >

THEN AND NOW: Midland Harbour was once a shipping hub

Harbour has provided steady stream of visitors and commerce for more than a century

Jun 24, 2023 12:30 PM Read more >

Keeping boats and family memories afloat with Norse Boat and Ski

The Ulrichsen family arrived in Canada in about 1900, and by the second world war they were building lifeboats and skis for the war effort

May 26, 2023 12:13 PM Read more >

Celebrating faith, history and nature’s beauty at Martyrs' Shrine

More than 100,000 people make a pilgrimage to the Martyrs' Shrine every year

Apr 27, 2023 7:29 AM Read more >

Breaking the ice with ‘shippers a long tradition in Midland Bay

Icebreaking has a long history that extends back to the 14th century in Belgium. In the early 20th century, a local captain designed a bow to do the job in the Georgian Bay and Midland area for his team of tugboats

Mar 28, 2023 7:29 AM Read more >

Par for this course includes 'old school' hidden treasure

Funded and built by James Playfair in 1919, Midland Golf & Country Club started out as invitation-only club

Feb 25, 2023 7:29 AM Read more >

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