Opinion

A letter from the ‘other’ Selby

We were pleased to learn that our two towns have been twinned and hope that this leads to many friendships being forged at all levels and among all ages over…


Not much to celebrate this Earth Day

I wish I could say that Earth is on a healthier trajectory. Notwithstanding an atrocious war caused by a small, soulless man with dreams of empire building, humans are hell-bent…


Thank you Napanee

 Just a short note to thank the township of Greater Napanee for replacing my mailbox post after a mishap with the snowplow this winter. I called the town office and…


This (very, very) old house

When it comes to old architecture there’s often a fine line between decrepit and culturally historic. Not everything old is worth keeping but at the same time, not everything should…


April 2022 staff picks

Catherine Coles Coles’ Notes The staff of the County of L&A Libraries are avid readers and always eager to share their favourite books. Here we bring you a list of some of the…



One Book, One L&A returns

Catherine Coles Coles’ Notes One Book, One L&A, our community reading program, has been on hiatus since 2020 as COVID restrictions prevented us from hosting any large-scale events. This year,…


Liberal-NDP deal an affront to democracy

The proposed love-in between the Liberals and the NDP is an affront to democracy, makes Parliament unnecessary, further neuters Question Period, makes a joke of the chaotic Conservative leadership race…



Picks from the Dewey Divas & Dudes

Catherine Coles Coles’ Notes The Dewey Divas and Dudes is a group comprised of extremely well-read representatives from eight different publishing houses. The idea was borne out of a program…


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