Lessons being learned as COVID-19 situation continues
By Pauline Kerr Most of us figured measures to control the spread of COVID-19 would continue after the initial two-week school closure. New cases of the virus continue to be … Continue reading Lessons being learned as COVID-19 situation continues
We need to work together to get through this
By Pauline Kerr The world has changed drastically in the course of a week. We have gone from a prosperous, happy community to one filled with dread. Despite constant … Continue reading We need to work together to get through this
No time for paranoia
By Pauline Kerr Some of the precautions people are taking regarding COVID-19 make one wonder if there might be a second pandemic going on, one that triggers weirdness. For example, … Continue reading No time for paranoia
How prepared are our hospitals for a COVID-19 pandemic?
By Pauline Kerr It appears the world is gearing up to fight a deadly enemy on many fronts – COVID-19, formerly known as the coronavirus that first appeared in … Continue reading How prepared are our hospitals for a COVID-19 pandemic?
Sunday started with an emergency error of nuclear proportions
By Colin Burrowes Like most Ontarians who had a chance to slumber in on Sunday morning, I was buzzed awake with an emergency alert. A nuclear emergency? Where? What? Huh? … Continue reading Sunday started with an emergency error of nuclear proportions
While you get into the holiday spirit, give a little room for the Christmas blues
By Colin Burrowes Some people embrace the beginning of winter with a passion. They love the jolly holiday season that kicks it off and they can’t wait to get … Continue reading While you get into the holiday spirit, give a little room for the Christmas blues
Reporting on trans day of remembrance event hits home
By Colin Burrowes It was fourth day of April in 2000. It might have been day drenched in April showers, but I’m not sure, my wife and I were in … Continue reading Reporting on trans day of remembrance event hits home
Thank you for your service
By Tammy Schneider This being the week leading up to Remembrance Day, I thought I would share a family story, one that I have pieced together and reaches back … Continue reading Thank you for your service
Autumn Peltier named one of 100 most influential women
By Colin Burrowes It’s inspiring to see young people taking to the streets in an attempt to affect change for their future. Perhaps it is easier for them to think … Continue reading Autumn Peltier named one of 100 most influential women
Local media is a community booster
By Colin Burrowes By the time this is printed, the election will be over and we’ll be able to lay off the columns telling you to go out and vote … Continue reading Local media is a community booster