Yoga for Military
While it is important to remember those who have sacrificed themselves for our country in the two World Wars we must also remember that...
Kindness is free
Many local retail and food service workers are struggling with a simple problem – they just want some kindness. Anyone who has ever worked...
Using life insurance as a tax shelter for business owners
by Daren Givoque, Financial Advisor, O’Farrell Financial Services
In January, 2018, the Canadian government put new tax on split income (TOSI) rules into effect, causing...
The Value of Streaming
by Jim Bertram
North Grenville Municipal Council held another of its afternoon Committee of the Whole meetings on May 21. The meeting, scheduled on the...
The necessity of learning life skills
Why do we need to get meat from animals? Why can’t we just get it from the grocery store?
No, I am not that dense,...
No such thing as unbiased media
Last week, a copy of a free independent newspaper called “Druthers” found its way into the office building where the Times is headquartered. I...
It’s the talk of the season
Greetings North Gremlins, as well as those making big decisions for we 'gremlins’: this must be version # 25 or more of my annual...
Getting into the garden
Although the weather hasn’t really been co-operating this spring, it’s still the start of gardening season! Gardening can be a very satisfying and healthy...
What is happening with social media?
Does anyone need their air ducts cleaned? Seriously, anyone? Homeowners in our local area are exceedingly lucky in that we have somewhere in the...
Government out of step on social media ads
News Media Canada
Despite low level of trust, federal government favours social media advertising. On January 31, 2019 the federal government released the 2017/2018 Annual...