Social Issues

Brian Walsh, counter cultural Christian and off-grid farmer

Lunch with Roderick Benns

Some people find God in Sunday school. And most can trace their faith to family influence in some way. Brian… Continue reading “Brian Walsh, counter cultural Christian and off-grid farmer”

Homeless encampments dramatically decreased from last year

Police chief outlines busy year, next steps

Kawartha Lakes Police Chief Kirk Robertson is proud of many things from his short time as chief, including their collaboration… Continue reading “Homeless encampments dramatically decreased from last year”

All alone

How community, routine, and small gestures can help combat loneliness

Lisa Hart had always lived at home with her parents, but in 2021 her dad died, and a year and… Continue reading “All alone”

Choosing a child-free life

More than a third of Canadians aged 15-49 said they have no plans to have children

In the old days they said children should be seen and not heard. But what if a more common choice… Continue reading “Choosing a child-free life”

Kawartha Lakes man shares harrowing reminder to drive sober

Phillip Lee had just started Grade 9 in 1988 when he and his family were hit by a drunk driver…. Continue reading “Kawartha Lakes man shares harrowing reminder to drive sober”

Self-defence itself on trial in court of public opinion

The recent news of a Lindsay man being charged with aggravated assault and assault with a weapon, after finding an… Continue reading “Self-defence itself on trial in court of public opinion”

A reflection on the lost art of conversation – and how to get it back

We find ourselves living in a world where a growing number of people now use their thumbs to do a… Continue reading “A reflection on the lost art of conversation – and how to get it back”