Opinion

Two schools of thought are emerging about farmers’ use of crop protection products, such as pesticides, this growing season. And they’re at either end of the spectrum. One school says farmers [...]

by Dr. Michelle Quaye Health inspections take place in many different settings, but they all have the same goal: making sure that the right steps are being taken to protect people from getting [...]

Editor: I’ve been privileged to live in the Clearview area since 2011, and even more privileged to explore the beautiful natural landscapes that Clearview has to offer. Through my exploration, [...]

Why is the federal government more focused on restricting our rights than protecting them? If you’re wondering what’s going on in the “commons” recently, you might be surprised on which side is [...]

A dozen groups representing all aspects of publicly funded education in Ontario are expressing concerns about recent comments from Education Minister Paul Calandra regarding the potential [...]

I know a place deep in the woods, Beside a bubbling stream. A place where folks once talked and toiled.  Now silence reigns supreme.  And in this place they made what was A pleasure and a [...]

In a small village like Creemore, a book sale is never just about books. Yes, there are tables filled with novels, biographies, cookbooks, children’s stories, and the ever-popular jigsaw puzzles. [...]

March Break often involves travel and gatherings, making it an important time for families to review and update their children’s immunizations. With increased measles activity in many travel [...]

by Sharon Armstrong In response to the March 6 editorial “Pause new pits and fix the system.” Aggregate – stone, sand and gravel – is essential to building and maintaining our communities, so it [...]

As predicted, new provincial legislation designed to reduce red tape is making it easier for aggregate companies to get licences and permits, and harder for communities to oppose them. And while [...]