The Lindsay Advocate

Kent Florist blossoms into its 10th year

Ann Scarlett had her own flower shop in her 20s but then started working for other people when she got… Continue reading “Kent Florist blossoms into its 10th year”

Goodbye summer, hello routine

Every summer, I tell myself we’ll slow down. We’ll have long mornings on the deck, lazy afternoons at the beach,… Continue reading “Goodbye summer, hello routine”

Climate action should hit the fan

To date, 2025 has been an eventful year for weather events. That’s understating it. It has been a year of… Continue reading “Climate action should hit the fan”

Four generations of high school prep comes to a close

The installation of playground equipment on the grounds of Central Senior Public School earlier this past summer heralds a significant… Continue reading “Four generations of high school prep comes to a close”

Lindsay Exhibition returns for 171st year with new attractions and community focus

Sept. 13 marks the return of the Lindsay Exhibition, now 171 years old. Lance Nachoff is the new general manager… Continue reading “Lindsay Exhibition returns for 171st year with new attractions and community focus”

From Oakwood farm to California songwriter

F.B. ‘Daddy’ Silverwood

The Silverwood family of Oakwood, Ontario, has left a lasting mark both locally and nationally. William Alexander Silverwood and Mary… Continue reading “From Oakwood farm to California songwriter”

The art of the perfect cover

The Advocate typically produces two possible types of cover images. The first – and most common – is taking a… Continue reading “The art of the perfect cover”