Fresh squeezed

The Old Orchard neighbourhood in Courtenay celebrated its 100th birthday Saturday afternoon.

AMANDA QUINN of Pressing Matter scoops apples into a mobile apple press at the corner of Third and Fitzgerald in Courtenay Saturday afternoon. The apple pressing was part of the 100th birthday party for the Old Orchard neighbourhood.

AMANDA QUINN of Pressing Matter scoops apples into a mobile apple press at the corner of Third and Fitzgerald in Courtenay Saturday afternoon. The apple pressing was part of the 100th birthday party for the Old Orchard neighbourhood.

The Old Orchard neighbourhood in Courtenay celebrated its 100th birthday Saturday afternoon with photos, food and an apple press from Pressing Matter.

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