Snap, Grackle and Pop!
Smoke laden skies are in evidence this dampish, gloomy morning and my sympathies go out to those of you who have breathing problems. I...
Auntie Anabel
It’s been a tough couple of weeks heading up to this Canada Day. Lots of terrible news of late that’s likely got a lot...
Yes, Ms. Bell, climate change is real
by Kelvin Hodges
Like Ms. Bell, I have been watching the "climate change" debate in the columns of this paper. For those of you who...
A Leap Year early surprise
Confucius reigns both in our world and that of the birds methinks! With the temperatures being all over the place in this, the early...
Our summer birds are gone – no kidding!
by John Baldwin
I had a lovely surprise, the other day, when driving to the township dump,
I spotted two young “Billy Goats Gruff” sunning themselves,...
Zoning and land severance affect housing crisis too
by Brandon Mayer, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
It is clear that issues of availability and affordability play a large part in the housing crisis currently...
Budget Impressions
by Jim Bertram
The budget process this year had a number of features which, having experienced several other similar events, I have found encouraging. Among...
Small steps
by Steve Gabell
Cold winters and hot summers mean we rely on heating and cooling systems to keep our houses at a comfortable temperature. According...
Christmas Giving
By Sarah Chisholm, BA Financial Advisor,
O’Farrell Wealth & Estate Planning | Assante Capital Management Ltd.
The Christmas Season is a time for family gatherings and...
Skepticism is warranted regarding prison promises
by Don Sherritt , Past Chair, North Grenville Police Services Board
In a December 10, 2021 news release from the Municipality of North Grenville regarding...