Spotlight
September Highlights
September 3, 2024Cooler temperatures and falling leaves usher in fall in New Ross! September is showcasing some great events with the annual Pumpkin Harvest Sept 21st -22nd and Every Child Matters Art…Read more >
Congratulations Grads of NRCS
July 15, 2024Community Spotlight_Tug of War!
June 14, 2024Late night, a packed arena, teams with boots laced up, suede coats on and adrenaline running high, the announcers calling up the first teams to flip for a side, teams…Read more >
Community Spotlight_Sherbrooke Lake Camp
May 5, 2024Many residents of New Ross are aware of a treasured camp nearby our community just up and off the Forties Road, in what is known as Franey Corner. Many would…Read more >
Community Spotlight_Rhoda Veinot
April 5, 2024Just the other day I had a lady sitting in front of my desk at work and she was talking with the other people gathered here that morning. Listening to…Read more >
Community Spotlight_Scott Hamlin
February 6, 2024This month’s spotlight is on Scott Hamlin who has put New Ross on the map with his artistic creations and through his passionate involvement in community groups has helped shape…Read more >
Community Spotlight_Diane Webber
December 9, 2023This month’s community spotlight is dedicated to Diane Webber, who many have come to know as the heart and soul of the New Ross Family Resource Centre. Diane grew up…Read more >
The 30th New Ross Christmas Festival
November 27, 2023It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in New Ross and excitement is building for the 30th New Ross Christmas Festival! The carolers are up, Twig the Elf is…Read more >
Community Spotlight_Marty Murphy
November 3, 2023This month’s community spotlight focuses on a man that has spent his life in New Ross contributing to many community organizations and helping make this community what it is today….Read more >
NR Women’s Tug of War
October 10, 2023New Ross, as many know, has a strong history in tug of war. Many men that pulled tug of war years ago still have the pride today as they did…Read more >
Konnor Corkum_Gone too soon
September 12, 2023It is with heavy hearts that we must face our tomorrows without Konnor. He was taken far too soon from us on August 27 due to a motor vehicle accident….Read more >
Community spotlight_Kyle’s Sheds
August 1, 2023If you’ve been by the Fairgrounds lately you would have seen a new wooden ticket booth set up to replace the older white one that had been at the entrance…Read more >
Community Spotlight_Beatrice Meister
June 8, 2023New Ross has been blessed over the years with many exceptional teachers who have made great contributions to our small community. One of these teachers that still has a place…Read more >
Community Spotlight_Ronald & Donald Levy
April 28, 2023New Ross’s Oldest Twins Ronald and Donald Levy Turn 90 in May Identical twins Ronald and Donald Levy will be turning 90 in May which makes them the oldest…Read more >
Community Spotlight_Mary Ann Turner
March 9, 2023This month I would like to highlight someone who is near and dear to many in this Community. Mary Ann Turner who has taught many of us over her several…Read more >
Volunteer Impact_Grant Reeves
February 2, 2023In the first community spotlight, highlighting people of New Ross who have made an impact on the Community, I would like to honor Grant Reeves for all his endless volunteer…Read more >
Community Cupboard
January 22, 2023A wonderful new opportunity located at the New Ross Family Resource Centre! What is a Community Cupboard? A Community Cupboard is a place where anyone can access non-perishable food and…Read more >
29th New Ross Christmas Festival
November 22, 2022The 29th Annual New Ross Christmas Festival is fast approaching! It is set to have the same spectacular downhome feel as years gone by with new additions to add to…Read more >
Social Evening & Silent Auction
November 15, 2022Come One, Come All-To our fabulous, Social Evening & Silent Auction. This is your official invite to what will be a guaranteed good time! We have live & silent auctions,…Read more >
Remembrance Banners
November 1, 2022This year, New Ross, is doing a little something different to remember the veterans of our community. You may have seen the remembrance banners displayed on telephone poles throughout the…Read more >
Community Cupboard
September 20, 2022A wonderful new opportunity located at the New Ross Family Resource Centre! What is a Community Cupboard? A Community Cupboard is used anyone can access non-perishable food and hygiene products….Read more >
Food Boxes and Seed Kits!
March 10, 2022The New Ross Family Resource will be offering two fantastic programs again this spring, Food Boxes and Seed Kits! The Produce Food Boxes will be running monthly again this year…Read more >
28th Annual New Ross Christmas Festival
November 25, 2021The 28th Annual New Ross Christmas Festival is fast approaching! It is set to have the same spectacular downhome feel as years gone by while following COVID protocol. You’ll find…Read more >
Virtual Silent Auction!
November 16, 2021PLEASE NOTE: This event is going VIRTUAL this year!! The Silent Auction is an annual event hosted by the New Ross Regional Development Society in support of projects in the community of…Read more >
New Ross Fun Facts!
June 8, 2021The famous American poet and distinguished New York preacher Robert Norwood (1874 – 1932) was born in New Ross; a monument has been erected in his honour on the grounds…Read more >
Spring is in the Air!
April 6, 2021April showers bring May flowers…and more signs of Spring! It’s getting exciting hearing some peepers, the birds excitedly chirping, and the days getting longer. Along with that, are more programs…Read more >
February Fun
February 5, 2021Feeling a bit of the winter “blahs”. There is still great ways for fun to be had in New Ross! Take some time to get outside for a snowshoe hike,…Read more >
Tree lighting and Fireworks!
December 8, 2020Even though the New Ross Christmas Festival was cancelled this year, there was still Christmas celebrations to be had! Friday evening, Santa made his annual visit for the lighting the…Read more >
27th Annual New Ross Christmas Festival_cancelled
November 19, 2020Statement From: New Ross Regional Development Society (Nov 28) As an organization we have to be cautious about having visitors come to our community. As a result we have made…Read more >
We Will Remember
November 5, 2020Remembrance Day occurs in Canada each November 11, which marks the date and time when armies stopped fighting World War I. on November 11th at 11am in 1918 (the eleventh…Read more >
Trail Art Project
October 20, 2020An exciting opportunity is on the horizon! The Municipality of Chester is currently seeking proposals for public art pieces that will be permanent attractions along prominent sections of recreational trails…Read more >
What’s Happening in October
October 6, 2020Fall has certainly put on a beautiful display of color and the fresh crisp air is making it lovely to be outside exploring trails and having mini staycations. New Ross…Read more >
The New Ross Community Food Project
January 3, 2020There is a lovely group of individuals in our community that are passionate about “everyone being able to get the food that they need for their health and enjoy it…Read more >
Christmas Festival a Success!
December 18, 2019The 26th Annual New Ross Christmas Festival was a huge success! The weatherman and Mother Nature provided us with a wonderful weekend, and hundreds of people took advantage. The festival…Read more >
26th Annual New Ross Christmas Festival
November 26, 2019The 26th Annual New Ross Christmas Festival is fast approaching! It is set to have the same spectacular downhome feel as years gone by with new additions to add to…Read more >
Social Evening & Silent Auction
November 12, 2019Come One, Come All-To our fabulous, Social Evening & Silent Auction. This is your official invite to what will be a guaranteed good time! We have live & silent auctions,…Read more >
We Will Remember
November 1, 2019Remembrance Day occurs in Canada each November 11, which marks the date and time when armies stopped fighting World War I. on November 11th at 11am in 1918 (the eleventh…Read more >
The New Ross Community Food Project
March 29, 2019There is a lovely group of individuals in our community that are passionate about “everyone being able to get the food that they need for their health and enjoy it…Read more >
Fun & Fitness + ice?!
February 12, 2019It has been one of those winters hasn’t it. Freezing rain, after a bit of snow, a slight thaw, freezing temperatures with some rain then snow to create… ice, ice…Read more >
Christmas Festival a success!
December 17, 2018The 25th Annual New Ross Christmas Festival was a huge success! The weatherman and Mother Nature provided us with a wonderful weekend, and hundreds of people took advantage. The festival…Read more >
25th Annual New Ross Christmas Festival!
December 4, 2018The 25th Annual New Ross Christmas Festival is fast approaching! It is set to have the same spectacular downhome feel as years gone by with new additions to add to…Read more >
Social Evening & Silent Auction
November 6, 2018Come One, Come All-To our fabulous winter wonderland, Social Evening & Silent Auction. This is your official invite to what will be a guaranteed good time! We have live &…Read more >
We Will Remember
November 2, 2017Remembrance Day occurs in Canada each November 11, which marks the date and time when armies stopped fighting World War I. on November 11th at 11am in 1918 (the eleventh…Read more >
Shifting “Local”
April 19, 2017It seems we’re seeing a shift in popularity lately to support local and buy local. The Ray Ivany report has tried to promote the idea of supporting our own communities…Read more >
200th Anniversary-Packing the Time Capsule
January 13, 2017New Ross remembers 2016 as a “year long celebration”. We marked the 200th anniversary with wonderful events, anniversary musings, spectacular enthusiasm, friends old & new, laughter, food! and memories to…Read more >
New Ross celebrates its 200th birthday
August 22, 2016For many, marking the 200th anniversary of the founding of New Ross was another reason to return to a place that “will always be home.” Hundreds of people gathered in…Read more >
New Ross-Recipient of the 2016 Lt. Governor’s Community Spirit Award!
May 19, 2016That’s the spirit! New Ross 200th Anniversary Committee is pleased to share the news that New Ross is a recipient of the 2016 Lieutenant Governor’s Community Spirit Award. The Lieutenant…Read more >
CBC Information Morning-Live in New Ross! & Learning Centre grand opening!
April 27, 2016As part of the opening events for the new Learning Centre, CBC Information Morning is doing a live radio broadcast from the Ross Farm Museum! On Thursday May 5th, from…Read more >
Secrets Revealed!-New Ross’ 150th Time Capsule & Book Launch
January 15, 2016During the 150th anniversary of New Ross a time capsule was packed. It has been in storage ever since. On Sunday, January 24 this capsule will be opened by…Read more >
Christmas Festival Thank You!
December 13, 2015The 22nd New Ross Christmas Festival is over with for another year. The weatherman and Mother Nature provided us with a wonderful weekend, and hundreds of people took advantage. The…Read more >
Silent Auction..a HUGE success
November 15, 2015From the decorations, to the refreshments, to the items themselves, the Social Evening and Silent Auction, held at the Forties Community Centre, on Nov 6th, was considered a huge success…Read more >
We Will Remember
November 7, 2015Remembrance Day occurs in Canada each November 11, which marks the date and time when armies stopped fighting World War I. on November 11th at 11am in 1918 (the eleventh…Read more >
Social Evening & Silent Auction Invite
November 1, 2015Come One, Come All-To our fabulous winter wonderland, Social Evening & Silent Auction. This is your official invite to what will be a guaranteed good time! We have live &…Read more >
New Ross Announces Funding, Introduces 40’ Legacy Project
September 29, 2015NEW ROSS – $76,000 in funding, and a 40’ mural that celebrates the community’s heritage were the focus of a morning announcement organized by the New Ross 200th Anniversary Committee….Read more >
Home Support Exercise Program-A Huge Success!
September 3, 2015A wonderful program that caught the eye of, The New Ross Family Resource Centre (NRFRC), was the Home Support Exercise Program (HSEP) developed by the Canadian Centre for Activity and…Read more >
South Canoe Turbines Complete!
May 20, 2015The South Canoe Wind Project, governed by Oxford Frozen Foods, with operations & maintenance by Acciona Energy, was proposed as an answer to the Province. The province set a renewable…Read more >