Bill Morrison Dear Mike: One of the things I really have missed over the last four or five years is the kraft and paper mill’s “25-Year Club” banquet. We would all get together and have a great meal, welcome the new members who worked 25 years, and spend a lot […]
Letters
All newspapers encourage letters to the editor and intend to print the opinions of their readers with as few restrictions as possible. The Fort Frances Times is no exception.
Rules governing letters to the editor in the Fort Frances Times are:
All letters must be signed, and the name of the writer will be printed with all letters published.
The writer must submit his/her letter in person and satisfactory identify themselves, or submit a telephone number to be used to verify that the letter was actually written by the person whose name is included on it, delaying publication if necessary to make the verification.
Letter will not be accepted from people outside the local coverage area unless the letters are written on a topic of primarily local interest.
If a letter attacks another individual or group, the Times will allow a response in the same edition.
Letters should not exceed 300 words and may be edited for length and content.
Jennifer Anderson Dear editor: Why do I “Relay?” Why do I spend months planning to “Relay?” I could tell you that I “Relay” because my father-in-law died of prostate cancer, and I am hoping for better testing and treatments if my husband is diagnosed. I could tell you that I […]
Barb MacDonell Dear Mike: The Fort Frances chapters of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority extend our thanks to everyone who participated in our annual “Daffodil Drive” for the Canadian Cancer Society. Thank you to all the business owners and managers who have allowed us to sell daffodils in their workplaces and […]
Eric H. Rude Dear editor: I am writing to thank the hundreds of citizens who have shown support over the years for the retention of the “open space” on the 1200 block of Nelson Street, which sometimes is referred to as the Nelson Street Park. As a result of your […]
Peter Kirby LL.B Dear editor: The Charter of Rights and Freedoms had its 30th birthday on April 17, yet our government cannot find the time to honour one of our greatest achievements. Critics say that the Charter is flawed and polarizes Canadians, but it is inspiring the world. A member […]
David M. Bourgeault Dear Mike: Re: “In response” letter to the editor from MP John Rafferty (Fort Frances Times, May 2). I didn’t think I would be writing another “Dear John” letter so soon. In this letter, I would like to clarify the comments made twice by Mr. Rafferty and […]
Brenda McPherson Dear editor: The issue of conformity or non-conformity, in relation to the Midget ‘AA’ Canadians’ team colours, rages on. As a grandparent of a Canadians’ rookie this past season, I was exposed to a Fort Frances version of Hockey Canada’s program of excellence. However, the term excellent does […]
Dear Mike: The Celebrating Diversity committee here has been doing a fantastic job presenting the “Respect” campaign around town, informing our community of the importance of respect. Some of the directors here at Riverside Health Care Facilities, Inc. had an opportunity to receive this free presentation and we found it […]
Dear editor: There is an old story about a wagon full of hay getting stuck in the Holland Tunnel. Everyone from the mayor to the townspeople stood around watching while the engineers and planners discussed how to dislodge the wagon wedged quite firmly in the tunnel. After many hours of […]
Dear editor: I would like to respond to David M. Bourgeault’s letter, “Ditch the hype,” from the April 18, 2012 edition of the Times. David asserted that I was exaggerating the effect, or cost, to individuals under age 54 from the OAS changes announced by the Harper Conservatives. I deny […]
Dear Mike: The write-up in last Wednesday’s Times, “Minor hockey puts wrap on successful season,” was very interesting and as an old hockey fan, I congratulate the minor hockey association and all the coaches and dedicated players. One portion of the article, however, was upsetting. I quote: “Next year, you […]
Dear editor: As a parent of teenage hockey players, I have to give credit to our minor hockey program for producing such great opportunities for our children as they grow. In watching them grow and mature in this team setting, I have experienced coaches and programs who inspired my children, […]
