Capreol: The Little Town That Could
There's More Than Just Trains…But Lots Of Those Too!
Sudbury Book Launch
Sudbury's former Poet Laureate, Vera Constantineau, will be hosting a launch party for her new book on Saturday, April 15 @ 1pm. Attendees can expect a fun event. Vera is an internationally renowned poet, a great public speaker, and, along with being a good friend to this website, is funny…
The Great Divider
No matter your musical tastes or personal politics most of us would agree that The Tragically Hip is one of, if not the most, quintessentially Canadian bands of all time. Their songs shout-out many of the people, places, and things which make us—be it Bobcaygeon or Wheat Kings (about David…
Drawn Towards The Light
This is an excerpt from my short story collection, Nursing Doubts, published originally in 2011. I hope people enjoy reading this piece. A sequel, Nursing Grudges, has long been in the works. If you like "Drawn Towards The Light" then please send me a note of encouragement and, maybe, that…
Fight Cynicism
Holidays are hard. For every happy family gathered around the hearth there's someone sitting alone. It's not always easy maintaining the spirit of the season given life's pressures: money's often tight, work is hard, and the evening news seems to wallow in negativity. Most folk have plenty to complain about—inflation,…
SANTA’S COMING TO CAPREOL!
Capreol will once again be celebrating the Christmas season in style with the return of the much anticipated Candle Walk, Tree Lighting and Capreol Santa Claus Parade. SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR MANY PARTNERS, SPONSORS, & CONTRIBUTORS. HOPE TO HAVE YOU JOIN US IN OUR PROUD COMMUNITY OF CAPREOL TO…
Growing Up on Capreol’s “Old Diversion”
Written by Patrick Sweezey and originally posted on CapreolOnline The railway main line in Capreol was moved from the west to the east side of the Vermillion River in 1911 to facilitate the connection of the branch line from North Bay. The old line was under construction in 1906 and…
Mayoral Debate
In what can only be called a "coup" for the town of Capreol, we have the candidates for mayor gathering in our community arena on October 5 at 7pm. Few details have been confirmed beyond the when and where. All nine mayoral candidates have been invited. Which will make the…
Get Ready to Vote
It's that time again, voting season. October 24th is the big day when municipal residents get to cast their ballots. The operation of Greater Sudbury for the next four year hinges on this election and those elected to represent the various wards. If you live in Capreol then you vote…