In the heart of our community stands a beacon of hope and healing: our local hospital. For many, it's more than just a medical facility; it's a place of comfort, support, and crucial healthcare services. Today, we want to share

William John Stevenson and Elizabeth Pringle were both born in 1807 in Scotland and emigrated to Canada in the 1860s, settling in Essa Township. Their grandson Theodore (T.P.) Loblaw, orphaned as a teen and raised by the Stevensons, established the

In our community, there's a heartwarming tale of generosity and goodwill starring a 10-year-old named Cohen. He's not your average youth; he's a guitar enthusiast passionate about making a positive impact. Last September, Cohen, now part of our Grateful Patient program,

In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, it's easy to postpone thoughts about the future, especially when it comes to matters as solemn as writing a will. However, taking the time to plan for the inevitable not only

It was a Saturday morning in Alliston, and I had just returned home from a business trip.  My homecoming would soon take an unexpected turn. What started as discomfort on Saturday had escalated by Sunday, around 4 a.m., I found

Our catchment area comprises some 73,000+ individuals (30,000 households) who, each of their own rites are unique, clever, and intelligent. The following have those attributes and, in addition, set themselves apart from the rest of us by having excelled in

Most of you know the story of Theodore Pringle Loblaw donating over $100,000 to build a hospital in Alliston in the 1920s to honour his grandparents William and Elizabeth Stevenson. The Stevensons settled on their farm in Essa in 1832

I’m sure you’ve heard of Tim Horton's promotion of “Roll Up the Rim to Win 2023 – Every Roll Wins” and this year the twist, of course, is that every “roll” results in winning a prize. Every one. What a

We have a gem of an institution in our own backyard. Stevenson Memorial Hospital was built through the generosity of a visionary Theodore Pringle Loblaw who knew the importance of health services close to home. He gave till he felt

One of the most gratifying and inspiring opportunities I ever received was to be appointed as Chair of the reconstituted Board of Directors of Stevenson Memorial Hospital in 2007. I’d had earlier opportunities in my career to found and lead