New Perspectives: A Senior Moment – “HE’S GOT ANGER ISSUES”
It’s a common complaint which women unpack in the marriage counsellor’s office. She can understand anger when he stubs his toe at 3 am...
Hidden Promises -by Rev.Heather McCarrel
In my neighbour’s yard there are three milkweed plants that stand tall and stately against the snow and winds of a Georgian Bay winter. ...
Collaboration is essential and rewarding says reader
To the Editor: (CAO and Council)
For over two years now, there has been ongoing tension between Saugeen Shores Council and Administration, and members of...
Before we rush back …
Last week I went for a walk along the shoreline and was shocked by what I found! Where, just a week prior, a tall...
New grassroots non-profit supports nuclear energy
While COVID-19 has undoubtedly been the focus of news for the past year, the on-going crisis of climate change is still with us. Living...
Reader amazed by thoughtful small town gesture
To the Editor:
When I recently arrived home from work, my neighbour who is the owner of the local Pizza Hut, noticed I was hobbling...
New Perspectives: A Senior Moment – “WHEN PHILIA BECAME EROS”
I am displaying my rudimentary grasp of the Classical Greek language as an innovative introduction to the most tender love story I have ever...
UPDATE: NII Best Ever March Break Camp shifts to April
With the province’s announcement yesterday regarding March Break postponement, the Nuclear Innovation Institute (NII) has shifted its virtual 'Best Ever March Break Camp' to...
Unexpected delight – by Rev. Heather McCarrel
There are moments in life when the unexpected happens and we are taken by surprise. Such moments as a fender bender, spilled coffee, or...
New Perspectives: A Senior Moment – “SHE’S JUST SHY”
Labelling of children starts early. Over the years, I have frequently heard a parent hastily explain a little one’s awkward reticence to speak when...
Residents want more input to CCV project
To the Editor:
At tonight's Council Meeting (January 25, 2021) under the Major Initiatives Report, there was a short paragraph regarding the work of the...
Scots Wha Hae – it’s Robbie Burns’ birthday
January 25th. For more than 260 years, the Scots of the world have celebrated the birth of Scotland's favourite son and poet, the bard...
Open-minded dialogue and spirit of good will can lead to the right decision for...
To the Editor:
We're entering the second week of the stay at home order, and our Christmas celebrations, such as they were, seem far behind...
New Perspectives: A Senior Moment – When compassion replaces judgement
This past week has left me with a very heavy feeling, a sadness which could be linked to a Seasonal-Affective Disorder. “SAD” is a...
