In September 2022 a memorial service was held at Highlands United Church for William Ross Cheriton, who passed away at age 101 in January 2022. The passing of their father inspired his children to collaborate on a short article about the family’s happy connections to the Highlands. The family lived for a number of years…
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A Conversation with Bill Agnew: Part Three
The Highlands Historical Society is committed to preserving stories of the neighbourhood’s past. In this project’s latest chapter, longtime Highlands resident Bill Agnew shares memories of working and playing in the area. In part three of the interview, Bill talks about starting a block party tradition, moving on from the confectionary business, and the deep…
A Conversation with Bill Agnew: Part Two
The Highlands Historical Society is committed to preserving stories of the neighbourhood’s past. In this project’s latest chapter, longtime Highlands resident Bill Agnew shares memories of working and playing in the area. In part two of the interview, Bill talks about the adventures he and his wife, Wendy, experienced while running a successful chocolate factory,…
A Conversation with Bill Agnew: Part One
The Highlands Historical Society is committed to preserving stories of the neighbourhood’s past. In this project’s latest chapter, longtime Highlands resident Bill Agnew shares memories of working and playing in the area. His fascinating experiences range from his early years in the neighbourhood to running a successful confectionary business that started in his Highlands home.…
AGM: Saturday, November 26
You are invited to the HHS Annual General Meeting on November 26! Time: 1 p.m. Where: Concordia University (7128 Ada Boulevard), room HA-009 (in the basement of the Hole Academic Building). Please note there is a parking fee of $4.00; the machine is located in the building’s entrance. Light refreshments will be served. Following the…
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