The Lindsay Advocate

Going shopping at Sutcliffe’s store in 1930

‘Twas the week before Christmas, 1930, when a Model ‘A’ sedan pulls up before the J. Sutcliffe & Sons department… Continue reading “Going shopping at Sutcliffe’s store in 1930”

What the Dickens?

I’ve written in this space of my general disdain for the season and the holiday itself. My kids call me… Continue reading “What the Dickens?”

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”

AI: A Cautionary Tale

A former journalism colleague of mine went on to sit as a Liberal in Alberta’s legislative assembly. His son, as… Continue reading “AI: A Cautionary Tale”

Canada always

It seems the right time of year for gratitude. And yet the geo-political reality of the times we’re living in… Continue reading “Canada always”

Holiday Passport programs return to Lindsay and Fenelon Falls

Holiday Passports are back in Kawartha Lakes this year. Both Lindsay and Fenelon Falls have had their own version of… Continue reading “Holiday Passport programs return to Lindsay and Fenelon Falls”