Peterborough photographer opens new studio
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Heather Doughty is a wellknown local photographer, specializing in weddings, boudoir, maternity, family, and product and event photography. And increasingly, Doughty is known for her incredible INSPIRE: The Women’s Portrait Project, a photographic celebration of amazing women who inspire, uplift and empower.
Doughty recently opened a beautiful new photography studio at 129 1/2 Hunter St., in the Commerce Building. For details on the studio, Heather, her work, or the INSPIRE project visit her website or find her on social media.
Volkswagen at 50
Peterborough Volkswagen is celebrating its 50th anniversary in business this month! The business was started by Peter and Rita Eatson in 1969. Their son Michael is now the dealer principal and Michael and Heather’s son’s Eric and Graeme both work at the dealership as well.
The dealership, located at 500 Towerhill Rd., just off Chemong Road in the north end, will mark the occasion with an Octoberfest event this Saturday. Called Volksfest, there will be live music, a barbecue, vintage cars and more! Learn more at peterboroughvw.com or on social media.
Bruce Maly Plumbing
Another anniversary to mention — Bruce Maly Plumbing and Drain Services celebrates its 20th year in business! Visit brucemalyplumbing.com to check them out.
Grounds Masters
Grounds Masters Building and Property Services is Bryan Phillips’ new business. Phillips offers landscaping, home renovations, decks, lawn care, tree removal and trimming, stone work, snow plowing, snow removal, sanding, salting and walkways. The business number is 705-772-3651.
Love Local Expo
And don’t miss the 19th annual Love Local Business Expo this Thursday from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. at the Evinrude Centre. There will be 80 vendors, free admission, free parking, lots of door prizes including a notebook computer from MicroAge Peterborough.
New this year is the Workforce Hub featuring the Workforce Development Board along with eight local employment organizations offering local labour market information, skilled trade pathways, literacy and workplace services, local job and labour opportunities, and more.
And check out the new Entrepreneur Showcase featuring startups from the Innovation Cluster, Community Futures and the Economic Development Corporation. Visit peterboroughchamber.ca.
Stuart Harrison is general manager of the Peterborough Chamber of Commerce. To submit your business news, send an email to stoosnews@nexicom.net or call 705-7489771 ext. 202. Please note, Harrison does not test any of the products mentioned, or endorse any of the businesses mentioned in The Business Beat.