I am writing today because I cannot contain my sadness and displeasure about the unfair treatment of the dedicated ladies who have facilitated our beloved programs at the Child Centre. It wasn't easy moving to a new community and starting a family here, but the care, advice, and services we… READ MORE

Written by Brenda Crawford

I believe the answer to the high cost of fireworks on Canada Day is quite simple. Now is the time for Harrowsmith to come together with Verona and Sydenham and alternate years to create one spectacular display. If the financial responsibility is too great for our hamlet on its own,… READ MORE

Written by Martina Field

For as long as I can remember, the Liberals have asked NDP voters for their help in defeating the Tories, and many of us have complied, ensuring that Liberal governments be formed. Now is the time for Liberals, in Ontario, to return the favour, to step up and lend their… READ MORE

Written by Mike Fetzer

It seems so shortsighted and even arrogant that Frontenac County would reject, seemingly out-of-hand, North Frontenac’s proposal to use available housing funds to explore, develop and implement aging in place strategies for local community residents in lieu of traditional brick and mortar warehousing approaches for the aged. The newspaper account… READ MORE

Written by Pamela Morey

I am willing to bet a lot of you think that all local Canada Day Celebrations are organized, funded and run by the Township of South Frontenac. Well, I just wanted to clear the air regarding who does what, at least in Harrowsmith. The Canada Day Celebration at Centennial Park… READ MORE

Written by Judith Versavel

Two planting barrels have now been stolen from their locations in Arden: one on the Arden Road about half a mile south of Hwy 7, the other at Willett Lane near Gallery on the Bay. These barrels, courtesy of Villages Beautiful, are from funds raised at Festival of Trees and… READ MORE

Written by Brian Robertson

On Saturday, May 5th, I attended the CMCA “Mystery History Tour” at Clar-Mill Hall in Plevna where I was handed a First Class K and P boarding pass for a “hamlet to hamlet” tour that included beautiful and informative displays of historic photographs and documentation on this rugged northern region… READ MORE

Written by Edward Kennedy

Ralph Waldo Emerson said "The cheat, bully and malefactor we see everywhere is the government" and that is more true today than ever. Case in point is the abuse of power for illegal activity, in this case, the attack on the property rights of people who are suffering this outrage… READ MORE

Written by Bernie Hughes

An interesting article about an E-car; but I wonder how many of these concerned citizens would buy these cars if the over taxed tax payer was not subsidizing them to the tune of $12000 to$14000. There are many people who can not afford to pay the subsidized value for their… READ MORE

Dear Warden Higgins and Frontenac County Councillors. Your response to the motion from South Frontenac Council concerning possible violations of the Conditions of Approval for the Johnson’s Point development ignored the motion’s request asking for an “investigation of a possible violation of the Conditions of Approval for the Johnson’s Point… READ MORE

I’ve recently finished reading an excellent book, “Fractured Homeland: Federal Recognition and Algonquin Identity in Ontario”, by Bonita Lawrence. It is an eye-opening and moving account that clarifies the outrageousness of Canada's long and ongoing history of "divide and conquer," exemplified today in government land claims policies. The book brings… READ MORE

Written by Tim Poupore

Our Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Paula Stewart, has recently said her role is to educate municipalities on the possible human health risk of spraying Dow Chemical’s Clearview poison to manage Wild Parsnip. I think she has it backwards. If there is risk in a vegetable she should start there. She… READ MORE

Written by Sharon Shepherd

I was very impressed with the road crews with the ice/snow storm that we had. They take the safety on the road very seriously. I greatly appreciate the job done and the hours put in. I have to come understand at the next council meeting the two substation are going… READ MORE

Written by Harald Mag

I am writing to communicate my frustration as a property owner on Bull Lake, Central Frontenac. I have been trying to get some action on property violations in our bay from the Township. I have officially complained to the building inspectors both Jeremy Nevin and now Shawn Merriman about illegal… READ MORE

Written by Bill Bowick

In last week’s News, Craig Bakay had an article about a workshop aimed at rejuvenating the Sharbot Lake Legion. It was a very nice article and I, for one, appreciate the publicity it gives the Legion. However, I may have misled Craig with respect to our mission and membership. It’s… READ MORE

Written by Kelly Graham

When the prison farms were closed in 2010 my daughters were 5 and 8 years old. For half their lives the Save the Prison Farm Group has been a rich source of leadership and learning opportunities for my children. The story of these local activists is not just a tale… READ MORE