My last blog post inspired local resident Chad Hayter to contact me and share some of his families historical photos, documents, newspapers and postcards, including the original photo of the gentlemen standing out in front of the Columbia Hotel. His mother, Mary Louise Hayter’s (Bindner) family built the Columbia. The photo also had the names … Continue reading Alvinston Vintage Postcards, Local Band, Collector Plates, Spoons, Old News and an Interesting Document

I’ve been working on a more in-depth story which will be published on Monday. It’s more in-depth and spans a little history alongside present day. Through looking at historic photos with the help of Terry MacDonald she sent me this amazing photo of some of the Columbia Hotel’s patrons. Terry has had this photograph since … Continue reading Old Alvinston Photo’s ~ Help Put a Name to that Face!

My painting “Death” selected as a finalist painting in the 16th International ARC Salon This year, 2023 came in with a bang for me waking up with a flu after ringing in the new year with family and friends. Living in the old Anglican Church here in Alvinston allows me a place to be able … Continue reading Alvinston, Stories From The Church ReVamp and Resolutions

First year of the Alvinston Pro Rodeo - 2018 - Brooke-ALvinston’s own Tyler Foster In 2017 members of the Alvinston Fair Board were inspired by two local cowboys who were making names for themselves on the rodeo circuit. Champions Tyler Foster and Rod Reese, Tyler won the title of International professional Rodeo Association(IPRA) World Champion … Continue reading This Ain’t My First Rodeo!