Re – smoking
I suffer from chronic sinusitis caused by environmental pollution including the chief villain, second hand smoke. I have never smoked myself. When I am in contact with second hand smoke, my condition is exacerbated and I am smothered, nauseated, and if the concentration is heavy, I have severe headaches. Smokers… READ MORE
Re – Desert Lake Family Resort
I'm worried about our Mayor. At the last Council meeting the Desert Lake Family Resort was given permission to extend a number of its musical presentations beyond the normal bylaw hours. Desert Lake residents - and I am one, are not happy about that. However, my worry about the Mayor… READ MORE
Re electoral reform
I appreciate your continuing coverage of the electoral reform issue, including your February outline of MP Scott Reid’s sensible comments, and last week’s story about the idea of “weighting” votes in Parliament rather than incorporating proportionality into the actual electoral system. On the surface, the notion of “weighted” votes might… READ MORE
Re – NF survey
I wanted to personally thank you and your reporter Craig for the excellent job covering my presentation before North Frontenac Council . It is a shame that regular communication between our elected officials and residents is almost non-existent. The Mayor’s last message is only found on their website dated June… READ MORE
Re – Editorial
I agree with you 100%! Four plant limit is totally impractical since marijuana plants that grow the buds that have THC and can be used for smoking or baking, have to be female! If you grow the plants from normal seeds, you are likely to get 50% male and 50%… READ MORE
Re - Septic Debate
Jeff Green stated "A mandatory inspection system has to treat everyone in the same way." This mantra has slowed action on septic re-inspection but its basis is questionable. Focusing the debate on waterfront properties alone could enable more effective action. Equality of treatment can be applied to any definable group… READ MORE
The Lab Rats of Lanark County
Imagine a giant chemical experiment taking place in our county. Where we are the subjects -- and the scientific method is non-existent. "Wow!" you say. "Will we get any mind-altering experiences from this?" No. But you will get lots of dead roadside vegetation. And the future effects are unclear, but… READ MORE
SLPOA proposal re septics
I am a former president of the Sharbot Lake Property Owners’ Association (SLPOA), former Environment Director with that organization, one-time member of a committee set up by Council to consider economic development options for Central Frontenac, and a former member of the Septic Re-Inspection (SRI) Committee. This letter is a… READ MORE
re - Addington Highlands Waste management
In response to the article in the March 23 edition (Heading to New Gate @ Kaladar waste site- Addington Highlands Council) In the article it referred to the attendance of a resident at the council meeting. That person was, and is, me. Yes I did say I would like to… READ MORE
Re - septic inspections
The Sharbot Lake Property Owners’ Association (SLPOA) has been under a mandate from its members for the past 8+ years to push Central Frontenac (CF) Council to establish a form of mandatory septic system re-inspection. SLPOA was very pleased to see Council accept the recommendations of the CF Septic Working… READ MORE
A big thanks from 2 Arden residents
Throughout most of 2016 and all of 2017 the Northern Frontenac Community Services have sponsored the Community Paramedicine Wellness Program. On Tuesday March 21, while in attendance for the monthly diners luncheon, my husband Lorne went for his monthly check. During his checkup it was determined that his heart was… READ MORE
An integrity Commissioner or a Sanctions’ Hit Man?
The NEWS reported that North Frontenac’s Council had sanctioned Councilor Vernon Hermer for openly opposing one of their decisions and publicly criticizing the process they had or had not followed to reach it. The News also reported that Mayor Ron Higgins was recommending the appointment of an Integrity Commissioner. Other… READ MORE
re septic reinspection
I wish to provide my input in regards to septic inspections and the cost of complying with the regulations. If you enjoy the privilege of owning a car, you are the one who pays the car insurance, comply for safety regulations and do your own repairs. If you can't afford… READ MORE
Re - Noisy solar panels
I noticed that in the South Frontenac Committee of the Whole report in the March 16, edition of The Frontenac News, Pam Vaughan spoke in opposition to a solar power project because it would be, among other things,"noisy". I was not sure if your April 1 edition had come out… READ MORE
Re – septic inspection
Letters have been written regarding the plan to initiate a mandatory septic inspection program in our township. Those who have defended the plan have characterized dissenters as being willfully ignorant of the dangers of contaminated wells, and by extension, our fresh water sources. They have equated opposition to their proposal… READ MORE
re Septic Inspections
I am very disappointed in your paper, specifically your reporter Craig Bakay's stance on Central Frontenac approval of a motion to introduce a Septic Assessment program. His stance, an seemingly the stance of your newspaper, seems to be to encourage everyone to turn a blind eye on any potential illegal… READ MORE