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Re - Higgins Letter

Letters · Jul 3, 2019

I take exception to Mr. Higgins being offended about sarcastic remarks, eg "used to working in the dark....". This must have struck a chord for a number of reasons. This non-elected mayor and council has abandoned tourism and businesses in the region. Furthermore, during recent…

Re - Higgins Letter

Letters · Jul 3, 2019

While NF mayor Ron Higgins’ recent letter to the the Frontenac News editor (“Working in the Dark”) may represent an expression of his free speech, it is disturbing that an elected official might undertake either privately or publicly to persuade, cajole or pressure the news…

Edward C. Williams “Ed”

OBITUARIES · Jun 26, 2019

With heavy hearts, the family announce the sudden passing of Ed Williams at his home in Flinton on Sunday, February 10, 2019. Beloved husband of the late Betty Williams. Dear father of Michael (Rose), Joseph Williams and grandfather of Dawne Marie Williams. Ed will be sadly…

HARTMAN, Glenn Garnet

OBITUARIES · Jun 26, 2019

Unexpectedly at Renfrew Victoria Hospital on Saturday, June 15, 2019, in his 87th year. Beloved husband of Rebecca Platz for nearly 63 years. Loving father of Jim and Joanne. Proud grandfather “Dee” to Glenn Cashin. Dear brother of June Antuna (late Joseph), and brother-in-law…

Kirsten (Chris) Breeze (nee Johansen)

OBITUARIES · Jun 26, 2019

1949-2019 Passed away on June 18, 2019. After courageously battling cancer, she returned home, and passed peacefully surrounded by her family and pets, with the sound of the birds chirping and a stunning view of the river from her bed. She was the only child and loving daughter…

Shining Waters re-surfaces

CENTRAL FRONTENAC · Jun 26, 2019

After being passed over during the most recent federal budget, the Shining Waters rail proposal, linking Toronto and Ottawa with stations in Peterborough, Tweed, Sharbot Lake, and Smiths Falls along the way, has new life. Mariam Monsef, MP for Peterborough and Minister for…

Combined effort for Indigenous Day celebrations

CENTRAL FRONTENAC · Jun 26, 2019

June 21 was Aboriginal Day across Canada and locally, Shabot Obaadjiwan First Nation combined with EarlyON to join in the celebrations at Oso Beach in Sharbot Lake. Shabot Obaadjiwan Chief Doreen Davis was visibly enjoying the proceedings, which she confirmed when asked if she…

Canada Day Celebrations

General Interest · Jun 26, 2019

Harrowsmith Centennial Park, July 1 10am Canada Day Parade (Starts at Harowmsith Public School and ends at Centennial Park) 11:00 am Opening Ceremonies, Park Sign and Dog Park Bench Dedication, Decorated Bicycle Awards 11:00 am - 5:30 pm Canteen & Concesions 11:30 am. - 5:30 pm…

Cloyne Pioneer Museum says goodbye to long-time curator at season opening

ADDINGTON HIGHLANDS · Jun 26, 2019

The Cloyne Pioneer Museum and Archives opened its doors for the 2019 summer season Saturday and it was an occasion, in part, to say good-bye to the one person many credit with its success. Margaret Axford, has stepped down after 10 years as curator. “It’s an opportunity to toast…

Odd Fellows, Rebekahs celebrate 200 years of service

SOUTH FRONTENAC · Jun 26, 2019

In 1819, Thomas Wildey founded an Oddfellows Lodge in Baltimore, MD, the first in North America. In 2019, the Odd Fellows and Rebekahs of Harrowsmith gathered in their Golden Links Hall to commemorate that event. It was a time to remember and honour those who have served the…

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