Hunting season finally came to an end last week for resident hunters. Across Sunset Country, Dec. 15 is the last day of the deer and moose season, so I guess now it’s time for us to start thinking about ice-fishing. Several of my buddies and I have a little tradition […]
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Christmas brings many traditions and events people hold dear to. The huge feasts, seeing family and friends once again, and fighting the throngs on Christmas Eve in search of an iPad are all a part of what makes the holidays great. For the sports fan, though, there often wasn’t a […]
I sometimes wonder what peace sounds like. Is it the quietness of the lake in January when the silence around the cabin is deafening? Is it the crunch of snow as you walk through the neighbourhoods in the darkened evening with the Christmas lights from homes illuminating your path? Or […]
Is deliberately spreading lies and misinformation about your political opponents simply an exercise in free speech or morally bankrupt behaviour that should not be tolerated? It’s amazing, and sad, that this even could up for debate in my opinion. Unfortunately, the Conservative Party has admitted–and attempted to justify–a misinformation campaign […]
Last week, the province’s Auditor General, Jim McCarter, released his annual report on government spending. While the report highlights many areas that need improvement, his review of the government’s energy strategy is the most telling. In addition to showing that the government’s current “green” energy strategy is driving bills too […]
With the SIJHL season inching towards its Christmas break, the question that has been looming over the Fort Frances Lakers for the last few weeks needs to be asked. Where exactly is this team going in its quest to qualify for the Dudley Hewitt Cup in Thunder Bay this coming […]
Last July I was watching the Canada Day fireworks with my 20-year-old daughter and all I could think about when I looked at her was that the celebration we were sharing was among the last time for things of the home child. I was bucking against the truth that the […]
It’s certainly hard to believe we are near mid-December and our weather has been incredible. Last year at this time, we were moving snow continually. The only thing that worries me about this is how bad will we pay for it later? I certainly know we need a bit more […]
Imagine, for a moment, that instead of going to the Miami Heat a year ago, LeBron James, Chris Bosh, and Dwayne Wade elected to join forces and play for the L.A. Clippers. In an instance, the lowly Clippers would become the in-team not only in the entire NBA but also […]
How do you know a disaster when you see one? Well, a pretty good sign is that the Red Cross is on the scene handing out food, blankets, and clothing as well as providing first aid. This past week, the Red Cross was in the Attawapiskat First Nation, which was […]
As we approach the Christmas season and the start of another year, it is a time to reflect on the past one. I’m left with a feeling that across the district—from Atikokan to Rainy River to Nestor Falls—there today exists an air of optimism. Prospecting, gold exploration, and gold mining […]
When it was first announced, I was hopeful the McGuinty government’s proposed Healthy Homes Renovation Tax Credit would provide meaningful financial assistance for seniors wanting to make renovations that will allow them to stay in their homes longer. Last week we learned more about this proposed tax credit. And while […]
