MP offers thoughts on Canada 150
Canada stands out as a beacon of hope in the world we find ourselves in today. In the lead-up to the 150th anniversary of the Confederation of Canada, it is important…
Opinion
Power and politics
It was reported this week that, if a provincial election were held today, the Liberal Party could be reduced to as few as nine seats in the Ontario legislature. Now,…
Coles Notes: If you like a good twist…
By Catherine Coles When the best part of a book is how it manages to manipulate the reader, it is difficult to fully explain its plot without veering into spoiler…
Town’s support for football club praiseworthy
We are from Cornwall but our grandsons Lucas, Max and Jack Van Hoek live in Napanee. We were so impressed recently with some photos that our daughter Lisa posted on…
Advance green light needed on certain streets
After several weeks of observing the intersections at Bridge and West streets, Bridge and Centre streets, and Dundas Street and Alma Avenue, I feel compelled to share my observations to…
The Green File: Bye, bye, butterfly
By Mark Cullen The monarch butterfly is in decline. It has been for some time and Canadian Wildlife magazine reports that it still is. So what? Let’s just say that…
Notes from the Nest: Coming to terms with ophidiophobia
By Laurie Snider If you happen to find yourself walking along a wooded path and an elongated, legless, carnivorous reptile crosses your path, what kind of reaction do you have?…
Design Time: Getting ready for patio time this summer
By Merola Tahamtan Summer is upon us. The evenings have been nice and pleasant for enjoying the outside, if you don’t mind the mosquitos. If you’re like me, I love…