The differences between Canadian and Ukrainian culture that I have experienced
by Lena Usovich
Eighteen months living in Canada far away from my own country has influenced who I am and has changed my life. When...
True patriot laziness, grumpiness, and freedom
Remembrance Day is fast approaching in two short days. We don’t claim to “celebrate” Remembrance Day, but instead, we “commemorate” it, which really means...
Rotary Park’s famous poppies are back
On Monday, the annual tradition of beautiful knitted and crocheted poppies decorating the clock in Rotary Park came alive once again. Brenda Ward takes...
Oh Canada! 2023
by Peter Johnson
Remembrance Day is, of course, a time for reflection and memories. It is also such a worrisome time. This year, as in...
The fight to save the Andrewsville Bridge continues
submitted by David Duncan
Since 2015, the Friends of the Andrewsville Bridge have been advocating for the Bridge as an important asset to our communities. The...
The history of the poppy
by Fiona Plunkett
South Mountain resident
2nd Vice President, Public Relations Officer, and Band Liaison
Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 212, Kemptville
As you may have noticed last week,...
Poppy Campaign kick-off
submitted by Jill Sturdy, Municipality of NG
The annual Poppy Campaign kicked off locally on October 26. As part of the “Poppy Drive, volunteers will...
A fresh perspective on local governance
Two local youth get the honour of being Mayor and Deputy Mayor for a day
On October 18, in honour of Local Government Week, North...
Agricultural land review affecting local residents
A land review process currently being undertaken by the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville is catching some local landowners by surprise and angering...
9AM to Thursday
A residential street used as a racetrack. What else is new? Last week, an anonymous social media post from a Kemptville resident brought to...