Keep blood pressure under control
Eleanor Roosevelt once said, “You must do the things you think you cannot do.” Avoiding disease may be the gift of lucky genetics, but...
RVCA launches flood of new data tools
The spring melt is just around the corner, and what better way to prepare for it than a new and improved flood data website...
Baldwin’s Birds
by John Baldwin
I hope that you are all safe and well and remaining hopeful that Spring will bring us all welcome changes, in more...
Bread and Roses
As we go marching, marching
In the beauty of the day
A million darkened kitchens
A thousand mill lofts grey
Are touched with all the radiance
That a sudden...
OFA addresses key priorities to enhance gri-food sector and rural communities
by Peggy Brekveld, President, OFA
As we continue to work through this busy year, many farmers may find themselves so consumed in the daily demands...
COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic sites begin
The Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Heath Unit, along with many community partners, are pleased to start providing COVID-19 vaccine at on-going community clinics...
Thoughts on International Women’s Day
by Nancy Peckford
On behalf of myself and my Council colleagues, we join with communities across Canada, and around the world, to celebrate International Women’s...
Toastmasters International Speech Contest on ZOOM
by Moe Wozniak
A North Grenville Toastmasters member will be competing in the 2021 Toastmasters International Speech Contest.
Speakers who have placed in their local club...
Women – the heart of our community
Monday, March 8, is International Women’s Day. Honestly, I had no idea until my editor brought it up at our weekly editorial meeting. These...
OFA believes the Line 5 pipeline is critical
by Crispin Colvin, Executive Member, OFA
Ontario and Quebec are currently facing a tremendous challenge that could impact the supply of vital fuels into our...