Letters

The importance of the impending federal election cannot be overstated. It is not an exaggeration to say that Canada is in the worst Liberal-induced crisis since we declared our independence in 1867. Up until a few short weeks ago, Canadians...

I found out recently that South Frontenac farms out bylaw enforcement to a private contractor. They are given the powers of the township for the ability to carry out their contract. It seems to me that this arrangement discourages the diffusing of a...

For years, Scott Reid has been a familiar name in our riding. As a long-time incumbent, he has enjoyed the support of voters who, election after election, have put their votes in his favour. The CPC has designated our riding as a so called “safe...

By Gray Merriam   Most of the current assessment for “the Bay’ is about business accounting. That focus emerged from today’s obsession with the consumer-based economic model as the source of knowledge. But there is a lot more to know about...

The recent and continuing belligerence we face from the US and to a somewhat lesser extent, China's government has caused and will continue to cause a loss in the value of our dollar. That makes it more expensive for you to run our Township in the...

Can I take a moment... I want to talk to you about a result of the trade war... I know you haven't heard enough! This however is a different take on the attack on Canada. I want to talk to you about our flag, I know … Been done! Hear me out. Flags...

It’s finally happening that Canada is perhaps waking up to the danger and threat of U.S. imperialism that has been around for decades. It has always been about exploitation for U.S. business interests under the guise of “promoting democracy”....

When I got my new tax bill I realized it was three times as much as when I first built my house here and I wondered what I was getting for this 300% increase. When I went to the township office to pay the bill I immediately saw what my tax money was...

Trump just wants our resources. All the ones he says ‘America’ doesn’t need. He wants the geographic territory because he believes that economic power comes with control of resource-rich territory that feeds production for consumption...

I am so thankful to all those who worked or donated to make Pine Meadow a reality. All of Addington Highlands, North Frontenac and a large portion of Central Frontenac were involved. It was a major undertaking for a rural area and when people heard...

I rarely vote Liberal. Twice in my life, so far. Living in a rural Eastern Ontario riding that almost always goes Tory, I've had the freedom to vote with my conscience. This time however, I've a glimmer of hope that voting strategically may be the...

I have to agree with GlenysBender (Letters, Feb. 20/25) - take the damn US flag down NOW! I've had this on my mind and so glad Glenys wrote in! I hope you get lots of support letters asking that it be removed. Maybe we can burn it in a ceremony on...

With all the negativity in geopolitics these days, especially with Trump, we often focus on the negatives causing us stress. I have been reflecting and have identified some positives that I believe we should focus on. First, I have to say that our...

About the beach flag, I have family and friends in the USA. Don’t judge a book by its cover. If you don’t like the flag, simple, stay out of the park.- Earl Wood

A growing mass of people support the concept of electoral cooperation. This is being promoted by Cooperate for Cana da.ca (C4C). The idea is that the centre/ left parties should stop fighting each other and splitting the more progressive vote. They...

Take It Down Now It makes me furious. The American flag should NOT be flying at the Sharbot Lake beach. Does France fly the Belgian flag? No! Does Great Britain fly the Danish flag? No! Why should we fly the flag of a for eign country? Now we have a...

In response to last week's letter (January 30th issue) on Backyard Chickens, the new Addington Highlands bylaw is not about invading people's freedom but protecting neighbours' freedoms. It is well known that more than 26 cities in Ontario allow...

Canadians are incensed with the bullying and belittling of Canada by Donald Trump. His unfair tariffs will hurt businesses both local and national. His suggestion that Canada become the 51st state is outrageous. The thought of the American flag...

The new chicken By-law is becoming a reality in the Addington Highlands - it is a new rule regulating a number of backyard chickens based on the size of people's property. This new By-law concerns me and a lot of local people as we see this new...

Council is looking at a safe property bylaw being voted on Jan. 28, 2025 First I heard of it was today. People should read this proposal as it will affect everyone and not in a good way. Township wishes to control our private lands, but they cannot...

The ongoing Canada Post strike is having a devastating impact on charities that rely on the postal service to deliver much-needed donor contributions. This holiday season, organizations like the Loughborough Christmas and Emergency Relief Committee...

I would like to address this to the writer of the editorial piece( (Jemma Dooreleyers) I’m certain this is not going to be the only comment / complaint you receive about the article on the front page about the bail release of Mathew Splinter....

I live in Harrowsmith, on a private 27 acres that I bought in 2019. We had a very unpleasant surprise recently, when I was told that S Frontenac has a bylaw prohibiting the use of any form of RV, trailer, motorhome or variation, in any way shape or...

In this story that was printed on Wednesday November 27th Councillor Ray Leonard when talking about the ATV arrangement for the Frontenac Trail brought up the subject about trail bikes and e-bikes. Saying that a “motor is a motor.” Leonard is...

The curving hill on Bedford Road running into Sydenham has seen many accidents over the years. Thus, it is concerning that South Frontenac staff have allowed a new driveway to enter the roadway at the bottom of the curve. This intersection (4573)...

Your article was very good I'm impressed normally the news is always putting Canada Post down. I agree with the staffing issues I keep training new people and they keep quitting I think is because they don't get enough hours. You noticed they only...

Although I don’t always agree with your editorials in the Frontenac News, that is ok, we need to keep the dialogue open between people in order to experience a richness in our lives when we are challenged by other’s opinions. Your breakdown of...

There are numerous reasons for climate change including many that relate to the human habitation of the planet and many that don't. It is very simplistic to lay the blame on oil companies and the subsidies, most of which are tax rules available to...

I would like to sincerely thank Chief McDonough of Central Frontenac for his unwavering dedication to securing a new fire truck for our, often-neglected, community. Following the removal of the fire truck from Piccadilly, residents voiced their...

Our Premier's plan to build a tunnel under the 401 is great. If situated correctly, it would allow the rural areas to bypass the big smokes and connect clear–headed country thinking to put our province and country back on the right track. Like all...

Here is a different tact ... instead of providing cash as an incentive to recruit doctors why not use our best asset?  Why do so many people come, and stay, to this area?  Our natural beauty of course.  Buy a winterized cottage on one of our...

Welcome to Northbrook! I think you will like our community. Slow pace and fresh air. The nurses are great, along with the pharmacy people and reception workers. My wife and I feel lucky to be able to live the country life and have excellent health...

The news isn’t good. You must have noticed that we have just lived through the hottest summer in recorded history. As a senior, I am deeply concerned about what lies ahead for my grandchildren, ages 6 and 8. They are innocent, but we know better....

I agree with Ms. Jo Devries that action by public employees to close a dump for five hours early on one day in recognition of Staff Appreciation Day was incredibly insensitive. Imagine the stress and fatigue associated with loading your vehicle with...

Perhaps your readers would like to see how serious the milfoil problem is becoming in Eagle Lake. My son and I have spend over $5000 on lake mats to reduces the problem in our swimming area. However all around this area is a massive growth of...

Janet Barr is an inspiration. As I have for 16 years, and now in its third location in this period of time, I went to Treasure Trunk with my partner to both dig for treasure and recycle. Once more, there were volunteers and trainees that were new to...

I was impressed that the Gould Lake Outdoor Education program held its 50th anniversary this August. With the budget cutbacks and ever-increasing safety restrictions, the Limestone Board should be proud of having maintained this unique outdoor...

Q: What's worse than working really hard, then loading your truck with garbage and recycling, only to find out that the dump closed at noon? A: Finding out that they closed five hours early to attend a party for themselves 'Staff Appreciation Day'....

I feel it is imperative to reply to Scott Reid’s comments in the July 18, 2024 print version of the Frontenac News regarding the loss of Quinn’s abattoir.  By focusing narrowly on rebuilding Quinn’s and criticizing federal efforts without...

Well to my Family, Friends, and Community, the time has arrived. As of September 2024 Memory Lane Flowers will be closing its door to the public. { I still have a few special events and weddings to complete for which I am very much committed to...

Do reassure the Christian offended by living tableaux opening ceremony at the Paris Olympics: it was not mean to evoke "The Last Supper", but rather, "The Feast of the (Olympian) Gods" (Jan van Bijlert, from 1635, see image). The heathen Gods have...

I was reading the article on the washrooms. You mentioned that Frontenac County has constructed one at the trailhead in Verona where the trail meets Road 38 and Bellrock Road using funding from grant money but nothing has been done in the other...

As an engineer with considerable experience in networking, I was quite surprised to see EORN described as "successful since its inception". EORN's trunk fibre network was undeniably a success, but its last-mile projects were a disaster. Rather than...

The 2024 Olympic opening ceremonies were a travesty. The ridicule and mocking of the Christian religion was an abomination.  Tacit acceptance of this act is no better. As Elon Musk said: "Unless there is more bravery to stand up for what is fair...

Grocer Mike Dean’s concerns about accepting empty beverage cans at his food stores are well founded. In Michigan, all consumers must return glass bottles and aluminum cans to grocers in order to receive compensation for their container deposits...

I am requesting that Council reconsider the noise exemption by-law. Summers are meant for outdoor time in the peace and harmony of nature. Good for mental and physical health. But summer has also proven to be stressful and upsetting, for some. Enter...

I am an avid second hand store shopper. Like Forest Gump opening up a box of chocolates: “You never know what you’re gonna get.” For the most part, if an item of clothing gets there, it’s still in good shape. I am especially thankful to the...

I am writing in response to an article that was placed in July 11th paper about "Canada Day Changes". I want to let the author of the note know that we would like to have a parade for our Canada Day events in Sydenham Village but we cannot do that...

Having lived in Sydenham for almost 15 years, I have always enjoyed the various community events that happen here - Santa Claus parade, July 1 parade, fireworks at the Point, Remembrance Day and many other group happenings… So I was very sad to...

Local meat producers are struggling with a lack of abattoir services, but reopening the Joyceville prison abattoir is not the solution. I wish to clarify why. As noted in your article, the Wallace Beef operation closed down in September of 2022....