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The Business Beat
by Stuart Harrison
Monday, May 12, 2008
Welcome to The Business Beat.
Strano’s Mediterranean Market
Strano’s Mediterranean Market recently opened at 332 Rubidge Street, in the historic Cox Terrace. Owned by Cheryl Strano-Genge and her husband Farley, Strano’s sells premium olive oils and vinegars, dried pastas and tomato sauces, olives, pesto, antipasto, spices, customized gift baskets and accessories. Most of the product comes from Italy, Greece and Canada. Open Tuesday to Saturday look for a Grand Opening on May 23 and 24. For more information call (705) 536-3006.
Wednesday Farmers Market
Lots of things getting fired up for the summer, including the Wednesday Farmers Market, located on Charlotte Street between George and Water under the town clock. The market operates from 8:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. and features all local producers.
Warsaw Cruise nights
All of you classic car fans will also be pleased to know that the Warsaw Cruise nights start May 21 and run every Wednesday evening starting at 6 p.m. For more information contact J. Murray Jones at the Dummer News (705) 652-6325.
Flat Tops Rubber Roofing
If you need a new roof I have a choice of two new companies’. Flat Tops Rubber Roofing is owned by Mike Feeney. Mike has been in the roofing business for years and yes he is one of the famous Feeneys... Mike installs rubber membrane on trailers, low slope roofs, and flat roofs. You can call Mike at (705) 292-9027.
J.B.T. Roofing
If you are into steel roofing J.B.T. Roofing is a new company offering metal roofing for residential, agriculture or commercial applications. The company also offers soffit, fascia and troughs, and can repair leaks. For more information go to www.jbtroofing.com or call (705) 930-9386.
Grass Roots Property
Alex Gastle is taking his three summers of property maintenance experience and launching Grass Roots Property maintenance. Alex offers lawn, garden and property maintenance, spring cleanup. mulching, cutting trimming wedding and edging. Call (705) 875-1140 or email
Ontario E-lite Dog Training
Karen Laws recently introduced a personalized coaching service for you and your dog. Called Ontario E-lite Dog Training, Karen brings 20 years of experience to the business. Call (705) 277-3236.
Pandemic and Business Continuity planning
The Chamber of Commerce presents an important information session on Pandemic and Business Continuity planning on Thursday May 22 at 7:30 a.m. at The Best Western Otonabee Inn. Will you be able to operate without 30% of your employees? Will you be able to procure stock? The Peterborough Interagency Pandemic Planning Committee will help you learn more about the potential threats to your business, and some techniques on how to deal with them. More information is on the Chamber website at www.peterboroughchamber.ca or call (705) 748-9771 ext 0 to register.
If you have a new business, renovation, or otherwise hot tip, send your business news by email.
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