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Acclamations in Three South Frontenac Districts

On November 14, when the new council is sworn in at the inaugural meeting of the 2026-2030 South Frontenac Council, it will be “déjà vu all over again” to quote baseball player and manager, Yogi Berra. At least 7 of the 9 people sitting around the horse shoe, and perhaps all 9…

Lichty Opposed By Two New Politicians In North Frontenac

Kelly Willis and Art Hannigan are brand new to North Frontenac politics as they seek to become the mayor of North Frontenac. The current Mayor, Gerry Lichty, who is seeking re-election in a three-way race, was also new to North Frontenac politics when he unseated then Mayor Ron…

Election for Mayor and all four Wards in Central Frontenac

Voters throughout Central Frontenac will have a choice for both mayor and the two councillors in their home ward this October.The race for mayor has been set since early this summer. Nicki Gowdy, who has served on council from Hinchinbrook for two terms, since she was elected in…

Ken Hook Acclaimed As Reeve Of Addington Highlands

Ken Hook Acclaimed As Reeve Of Addington Highlands As Kirby Thompson Seeks To Return as Denbigh CouncillorAs the deadline for nominations for October’s election approached, Kirby Thompson changed his candidacy, and just like that, Ken Hook will be the next Reeve of the…

A Pilgrimage On Wheels

Mary and Terry Stewart of Perth are recently converted Catholics, and as they are also cyclists and into fitness, the had a vision for a bit of cycling pilgrimage, a ride that included stops in all 16 churches of the Northern Deanery of the Catholic Archdiocese of Kington. The…

The First Strong Mayor Election In Frontenac County

While this coming election in Frontenac County is a hit and miss affair as far as races for council are concerned, there is a contest for mayor in South, Central and North Frontenac alike.Each of those three races are quite different from the others, but one thing about them is…

A Roar Of Thanks To Our Storrington Lions!

As we approach the end of summer, we can’t help but reflect on all that we have accomplished together at the Storrington Lions Club!From our Community BBQs on Thursday nights and Farmers’ Markets on Saturday mornings, to our very first SOFRO Jam—and, of course, who could forget…

Sharbot Lake & District Lions Club

As summer comes to a close, the Sharbot Lake and District Lions Club is gearing up for a special year ahead. The club charter was established 75 years ago on September 28, 1951. To commemorate this milestone, the club is holding a special event on Sunday, October 4, 2026, at the…

Wild Art Walk – Call For Participants

The Wild Art Walk at the Milburn Creek Nature Reserve Trail is gearing up for its fourth month-long installation along the 3km trail that runs through the conservation area, between the Battersea Ball Park and the United Church.There are a few ways to participate in the project.…

The Bubble Bash

The Bubble Bash held in Sydenham Aug. 15, 2026 was quite busy and there were so many happy faces! Lots of people swimming at the Point with the beautiful weather. Face painting, balloon animals, games, delicious food treats and of course, lots of bubbles everywhere! Photo: Terry…