Time to have your say
Voting in this municipal election has already begun. As of last Monday, October 17, residents have been able to vote online or by phone,...
The need for grace
An interesting sight on Canada Day to see someone protesting the bouncy castle set up for the kids. It was the open display of...
An open letter to Premier Doug Ford
Premier Doug Ford,
My topic concerns the rights of citizens of Canada, in particular those of the Municipality of North Grenville, and more specifically of...
Op-Ed: Vaccine mandates prove the death of free choice
Since when does the government have the right to make my medical decisions for me? That is the question nagging at me as I...
Jails and Drugs – more questions
by Jim Bertram
Since the surprise announcement of the big new jail in August,2020, numerous serious questions have been brought forward by many local residents:...
Where I stand
by Councillor John Barclay
It’s always good to go right to the source to get your information. The following are transcripts of two comments I...
So, what’s the score?
by Jim Bertram
In my wanderings through town, I am often asked how the “Great Jail Debate” is going. My usual tactic is to throw...
Sustainability – Earth Hub
by Joselyn Morley
Very few of us can redirect everything that we use out of the landfills. Our society worships consumerism. Success is shown by owning...
Credit where credit is due
Personal Column by Lorraine Rekmans
I want to say that I have never been a fan of the Conservative Party of Canada and I do...
Thinking for Oneself
by Jim Bertram
Imagine the following analogy for a moment: you are feeling ill. Chills. Slight temperature. Given that it’s “Covid Time”, you do what...
