There is lots to be excited about in the Municipality of Brighton! Growth, new initiatives, new businesses, and local events as the weather turns from spring to summer. The Municipality of Brighton’s Economic Development and Communications Department is pleased to update announce the opening of the “Shed at King Ed” on June 28th! The Shed…
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Asparagus Cake 1 ½ cups chopped asparagus ½ cup water 6 Tbsp butter 1 egg ¾ cup brown sugar ½ tsp vanilla 1 ½ cups flour 1 tsp baking powder ½ tsp baking soda ¼ tsp salt 1 tsp cinnamon ½ tsp cloves ½ tsp nutmeg ¼ tsp allspice ½ cup chopped walnuts ½ cup…
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Brighton Retirement Living, conveniently nuzzled along Main Street and close to many familiar amenities, will be opening their doors to Northumberland County very soon. Brighton Retirement Living (BRL) was a vision of long time local resident, Phil Mycyk. His mission, to build a retirement residence for his neighbours, is now a reality. The BRL team…
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A common question about Brighton history is “Why the name Cankerville?” Here’s what I have learned. The name refers to an early settler community at the intersection of today’s Number 30 Highway, Alexander Road and Tilling Road. In the first decade of the 1800s, a group of people stopped at this spot and decided to…
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It has been quite an adventure since I took over the store in July 2013. A true passion of mine realized: being able to help people improve their health naturally. A heartfelt thank you goes out to everyone in the community for their continued support. Discovering and sharing the healing benefits of new and ancient…
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Explore True North Cannabis Co.’s mission, community impact, and customer experience as they discuss their inspiration, trends, challenges, and involvement in Brighton, Ontario. Learn about their dedication to education, quality assurance, and upcoming events. BB: What is True North Cannabis Co.’s mission?TNC: True North Cannabis Co. aims to create a positive, informative experience for guests,…
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Harry McMurter has run Charlen Farm – named after the initials of the first names of family – since 1987. Born in Belleville, Harry came to Brighton that year because he had a lot of relatives here: “I knew my old new neighbours,” he said, laughing. Harry has had a green thumb since age 8,…
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With its variety of habitats and campground facilities, Presqu’ile Provincial Park offers a wide range of recreational activities from wildlife and bird watching to catching rays on the beach. It is a haven for migratory birds and Monarch butterflies. Brighton residents are indeed fortunate to have Presqu’ile Provincial Park on our doorstep. The park is…
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Just imagine a hot July evening without a breath of air stirring. The type of evening that is so quiet that you get an almost eerie feeling, like you know something ominous is brewing. This was the atmosphere Friday, July 13th, 1973 around 7:15pm, when a tornado touched down in the centre of Brighton. The…
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Presqu’ile Point Lighthouse Preservation Society’s Crowning Glory The preservation of the Presqu’ile Point Lighthouse began 13 years ago, and it is now a few months away from completion when its crowning glory,the cupola will be installed. In the final stages of this project, the Presqu’ile Point Lighthouse Preservation Society (PPLPS) has completed all its fundraising…
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