Opinion

Two local businesses that adapted quickly to new reality
Imagine that you have put years of time, effort, passion, and money into building a business. From the early years… Continue reading “Two local businesses that adapted quickly to new reality”

A people’s new economic normal
“All of my sweat, blood and tears were in my business.” In Fenelon Falls, Sandy’s well-known bakery has closed for… Continue reading “A people’s new economic normal”

Pothole problems, landfill longing from resident in ward two
Thank you for painting a bright new shiny solid yellow line on Concession 7 and Northline Road. This will be… Continue reading “Pothole problems, landfill longing from resident in ward two”

The Icelandic fish sticks revelation
Common sense is apparently what my grandmother had and what I lacked, at least as a child. This information was… Continue reading “The Icelandic fish sticks revelation”

Flying the coop: Time to change bylaw on backyard chickens, woman says
Once upon a 100-acre farm, there where many ducks and chickens, each of them with their own silly personality. Chewy,… Continue reading “Flying the coop: Time to change bylaw on backyard chickens, woman says”

Farm country, Canadian Shield…anything but “cottage country”
It started earlier than usual this year. With Toronto residents looking to isolate themselves at their vacation homes, the first… Continue reading “Farm country, Canadian Shield…anything but “cottage country””

Reality check: Having things to look forward to is a privilege
I’m a pretty positive person, and I literally give thanks every day for my good fortune during the pandemic. Most… Continue reading “Reality check: Having things to look forward to is a privilege”

