In the early days of Meals on Wheels—then a service of the Courtesy Association—a small group of committed volunteers laid the foundation for what would become a vital service in the Peterborough community. But as the program sought to grow, the question loomed: how could they build the ...

Gary Dalliday was more than just a voice for local sports—he was a cornerstone of the Peterborough community. His natural ability to unite people, whether through his charismatic broadcasting or his personal involvement in causes close to his heart, defined his legacy. As a beloved sports broa...

When Marilyn McKenzie retired from volunteering with Meals on Wheels in 2023, she had been delivering meals in Peterborough for 53 years. Just a few months later, she passed away peacefully at the age of 88 — leaving behind a legacy of kindness, dedication, and quiet impact that continues to i...

When Meals on Wheels launched in Peterborough in 1964, it was more than a new community service — it was a bold statement about what it means to care for our elders. Just months into the program, local columnist Sally Hamilton praised the initiative in the Peterborough Examiner, writing, &ldq...

When Joy Edwards joined the Courtesy Association in 1967, she likely didn’t imagine that her steady presence and quiet determination would help lay the foundation for what would become Meals on Wheels of Peterborough. But that’s exactly what happened. Originally from England, Joy brough...