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Where were you?
Last night, from 6pm to 8 pm, I attended Dr. Heather Short’s SDSG Greens-hosted talk about global warming, at the…
Solely Blaming AI Misses the Bigger Issue of Gun Access for Kids
It’s everywhere. The tragic story of Sewell Setzer III—a 14-year-old who reportedly took his own life after forming a bond…
Even if you have a doctor, you’re in trouble in this crumbling healthcare system
Remember when everybody had a family doctor? It wasn’t that long ago. Having someone you could rely on for your…
I Don’t Care Which Party Wins… As Long As…
… they govern with compassion, fairness, and a commitment to improving life for all Canadians. I will vote for any…
LTE: Cyclists! Put lights on!
I want to draw your attention to an important and serious matter. I am on the road at night for…
The Dangerous Divide: How Polarization is Silencing Healthy Debate
One of the most concerning issues in today’s political landscape is the raging polarization. We’re no longer just disagreeing with…
LTE: Ford’s Leadership–Prioritizing Convenience Over Community Well-Being
Dear Editor, Premier Doug Ford’s recent comments advocating for the reduction of bike lanes and the acceleration of alcohol sales…
LTE:Do we only have 2 political parties in Canada…maybe…
Over the years, I’ve seen and written about many things. Unknown to some, I am also a freelance journalist. A…
Let Nurses Help Us Decide When to Stay or Go in the ER
In Ontario, especially here in Cornwall, we’ve seen some positive changes in our emergency rooms. They’ve streamlined things like getting…
M.A.I.D.
One year ago, I received a call from a friend in Ottawa telling me that her husband Arnold had been…
Why Canada Needs Electoral Reform Now More Than Ever
Let’s be honest—Canada’s current electoral system, the first-past-the-post (FPTP), is just not cutting it anymore. Sure, it’s simple: whoever gets…
Andrew Lawton: At Least We Still Have ‘Bigot’
Andrew Lawton is an interesting piece of work. Sometimes politician. Sometimes a far-right radio host. Now an author. Lawton emerged…
Opinion: The Liberal Party has not Done Enough to Deserve the Support of a True Pro-Worker NDP
I am a donor to the New Democratic Party. I have supported the party for as long as I’ve had…
Cline House: An Art Gallery, A Gathering Place, An Education Centre, a Cultural Hub – Now Under Threat
During the ArtWalk held in July, I volunteered to represent the Cline House Gallery along with the Visual Arts Coordinator,…
A day in the life of a Canadian Dad by Pierre Poilievre
Ah, Pierre Poilievre strikes again with another improbable video! It was so unpopular that the Conservatives pulled it from circulation…
LTE: A Simple Act of Kindness from Cornwall’s Finest
Last night, August 17 around one o’clock, I was going east on Seventh Street, I had to make a right…
LTE: What is she insinuating?
Dear Editor There are a number of things I don’t think have been done correctly by the Progressive Conservatives, over…
OPINION– Council’s Decision on Councillor Hebert: Intent Matters More Than Conflict
In a recent letter to the community, Councillor Hebert responded to the Integrity Commissioner’s report, which found her in violation…
Opinion: Tired of the Passive-Aggressive Dance?
You know, there’s something truly magical about passive-aggressiveness. It’s like an art form that requires no real skill but manages…
LTE: When Good Intentions Face Public Scrutiny, Councillor Hebert
When I read about the Integrity Commissioner Tony Fleming’s recommendation to suspend Councillor Carilyne Hebert for 90 days, it struck…