When it comes to news about crimes happening in the community, I tend to react like a lot of us do. I am desensitized to it. It seems to be in the news all the time. I think it is happening somewhere else and to someone else and don’t think much about it. On Wednesday…
One topic I’ve been wanting to hit on for awhile in this blog is the ION LRT route through Preston. This is something I’ve previously come out in favour of and I still hold to that stance. Many people are upset about the idea of losing their property through the expropriation process and that I…
The latest chapter of the ongoing Multiplex saga has unfolded lately, with news that Morguard and the City of Cambridge were unable to come to an agreement to build the facility at the Cambridge Centre. I had heard rumours that this whole process was failing along the way, so this didn’t really come as a…
Back in 1978 an outdoor amphitheatre was built on the banks of the Grand River behind Galt Collegiate Institute and Vocational School. With 400 seats, a stage and a phenomenal view, the amphitheatre was built through support of the community, the school and grant money from the provincial government. In January 2019, the Waterloo Region…
November 11th is a day Canadians take time to remember all those who fought and continue to fight for our freedoms. 2018 marks the 100th anniversary of the armistice that ended World War 1. In Cambridge you have several different opportunities to show your support. Here is a breakdown of Remembrance Day ceremonies and events…
Looking for places to go enjoy some Fall family fun near Cambridge, Ontario? We’ve put together a handy list.
A few ideas on just what can be done with the former Preston Springs Hotel in Preston.
I’ve been thinking all day on how I can describe the new Idea Exchange in the Old Post Office and I just kept coming back to the same thing – this new Idea Exchange is just going to be so much… more. When the invitation came in to join the mayor and a few other…
Canada Day is almost upon us and you’re probably looking for what’s going on here in Cambridge for Canada’s 151st birthday. Well no worries, we’ve got you covered! Here’s a list of all events in our city scheduled for Canada Day 2018. Canada Day 2018 Events In Cambridge Ontario Canada Day 2018 Fishing Derby at…
Something I’ve noticed a lot lately is negativity pointed towards Downtown Galt. Be it the library project in the Old Post Office building, the pedestrian bridge, the Gaslight District or the state of Main Street, it just feels like there’s a lot of lingering bad vibes that feel rather misplaced. Maybe it’s just this never-ending…