Salvation Army offers thanks for community support
Christmas is said to be a giving time of the year. That rings so true especially for us at the Salvation Army. We have been so thankful over the years…
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Searching for the true meaning of Valentine’s Day
Laurie Snider Notes from the Nest Despite the fact that the wind outside has been blustering and blowing, with storm force strength, and the snow has been falling steadily all…
Canada has a duty to offer its best for its veterans
Prime minister Justin Trudeau gave a frank, honest answer in Edmonton last week when he told a wounded veteran the federal government was still fighting veterans groups in court because…
Staff picks: The Cold, Cold Sea
Catherine Coles Coles Notes Marg Wood of the Napanee Branch of the County of Lennox & Addington Libraries, recently enjoyed The Cold, Cold Sea by Linda Huber, “an atmospheric psychological…
More context would be helpful in understanding Brown matter
Arguably, Patrick Brown went from premier-in-waiting to persona non grata at Queen’s Park overnight. His resignation as Progressive Conservative leader had to take place given the allegations of sexual misconduct…
‘Quick dip’ method helps select titles
Catherine Coles Coles Notes Ever wonder how library staff can know so much about so many books? Yes, people who read a lot in their spare time are often drawn…
Blest be the ties that bind through the years
Laurie Snider Notes from the Nest Thick sheets of gray ice, lay in frozen heaps, at the lake’s edge. The dull sky, another hue of gray, only lighter, barely contrasted…
Continued broadband investment worthwhile
Seven years ago, representatives from across the region made a wise decision to collaborate with one another and lobby the provincial and federal government to support the Eastern Ontario Regional…
A time to appreciate the squirrels in our yards
Laurie Snider Notes from the Nest “There are eleven squirrels, in our front yard!” Randy exclaimed, his head shaking, while sipping his morning coffee. “My, my. You’re right. We’ve a…
Politicizing jobs program a step down slippery slope
The current federal government came into power in 2015 amid messaging about a more inclusive, tolerant brand of politics. Some of the decisions Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his…