Written by Anne Elvins

In a recent study, CBC reported that seven million people, especially those in small communities, are without a family doctor. In Ontario alone the number is two million. On 31 May my doctor retired. I am now a number, as I have felt less than human in a search for… READ MORE

Written by Secretary Lion Theresa Pierce

I would like to mention that the article for Addington Highlands noting that a fee was waived for Lions Club Land O’ Lakes stated that "The Lions Club is the only service club in Addington Highlands.“ This is not true as stated. Denbigh Griffith Lions also support Addington Highlands. Recently… READ MORE

Written by Peter Porteous

Sharbot Lake cottager and cyclist for 20 years, I cannot say enough about the groomed paths available to cyclists and residents alike. The attention and effort (i.e., money) the township expends to maintain these paths speaks to its concern for its residents, and for this I am extremely grateful. I… READ MORE

Written by David Arama

In response to the recent article regarding "Short-Term Rental issues in South Frontenac", we have similar issues in North Frontenac, with a huge increase in absentee landlord Airbnb cottages. This not only poses a growing problem for neighbours i.e. excessive noise, damages, disregard of other neighbours, it additionally also has… READ MORE

Written by Frank B. Edwards

Last week, I witnessed SF Council’s lukewarm response to two residents asking for regulation of local short-term rental houses. In a township that requires the registration of dogs, and regulates backyard chicken flocks, there is still no plan to require commercial zoning or business licences for holiday rental accommodation. For… READ MORE

Written by Doug Steele

In commenting on the Short-Term Rental Story, I send my sympathy to Family Kemp. Sympathy is all they can expect from the Township and the NF News. A Canadian 'sorry'. Frontenac County has set itself up to benefit from Tourism. It spends $18.08 per $100,000  residential assessment (2023). They would be… READ MORE

Written by Judith Fox Lee

Our healthcare system has been pushed to the brink. This is an emergency, but it's not an accident. The Ford government is systematically under-funding our healthcare system so they can sell off services to the highest bidder. The Perth Emergency Room was shut down for weeks last summer. It happened… READ MORE

Written by J. Schall

I want to express my gratitude to the Sharbot Lake community for everything you have done to help send a crew of 14-year-olds on a three-day journey to Montreal. For most of the students attending the trip, this is the first time they have taken a train, been to Quebec,… READ MORE

Written by Cathie Green

The public consultation period for Cavanagh’s application for a massive gravel pit on the Highland Line is only open until June 5. I strenuously object to Cavanagh’s application for this new gravel pit, below the water table and only 30 metres from Barbers Lake. Cavanagh’s application does not respect the… READ MORE

Written by Steve and Mary Johnston

(Editors note – Steve and Mary Johnston contacted the BMO complaints department on May 3rd to talk about the pending closure of the Northbrook in the hope of starting a process to reverse the decision. The day immediately following that conversation with BMO officials, the Northbrook branch was publicly listed… READ MORE

Written by Jean Cooke

Your article on NFTC was perfect.  Our neighbourhood, Mica Point, Gull, Cedar Haven and Island Drive have been sending letters, e-mails and telephone calls to them for ages, as well as going to their office. There is one thing which I found quite humorous which is the remark by Craig… READ MORE

Written by Brian Robertson

Community Living’s Dean Walsh and his dedicated team of employees are to be congratulated on their Shine a Light Campaign and their inclusive message that people with disabilities have the same desires as all of us. A case in point is David Yerxa, a disabled person living independently with his… READ MORE

As a resident of South Frontenac, I am baffled by this area’s obsession with burning stuff. Neighbours in all directions regularly burn stuff in their backyard, in firepits, burn barrels, outdoor furnaces or various homemade incinerators. I’m not talking about wood burning as an affordable source of home heating, and… READ MORE

Written by Dale Rickards

I live on St Georges Lake Rd and I have used NFTC service since 2011. It was never a reliable service but it has gotten worst since amalgamation. I gave up on the phone service quite a few years ago as the static noice on the line was so bad… READ MORE

Written by Doug Steele

Nothing depresses me more than a story about Frontenac County. I feel like a Russian man in Manchuria being conscripted to fight and be slaughtered in a war  thousands of kilometers from his home for the dreams of the Russian oligarchs.   Living north of #7 HWY in Frontenac County I sympathize… READ MORE

Written by Nicole Guerrero

I thought your editorial regarding Ontario’s Sunshine List (April 13, 2023) offered a strong argument for adapting the Sunshine List to maintain its relevance by better reflecting those positions in the public service that receive the highest salaries. As you note, the list was supposed to inform the public about… READ MORE