Has your lawn become a raccoon and skunk buffet?

Submitted by editor on Thu, 09/11/2014 - 11:00am
Added: Thu, 09/11/2014 - 11:00am

This year, many homeowners have declared war against skunks and raccoons who have left lawns in ruins throughout the summer. Turned up sod, uprooted flower beds and gardens, and countless small holes have become a      too-familiar site. read more »

Shopping locally is worth every penny

Submitted by editor on Thu, 08/28/2014 - 11:42am
Added: Thu, 08/28/2014 - 11:42am

In the last edition’s editorial, I noted that many Pontiacers shop across the border and suggested why they may be doing so:  they think it saves money.  I promised to share a story of shopping locally that saved me          thousands. read more »

Shopping local – discourage community assassination

Submitted by editor on Thu, 08/14/2014 - 11:56am
Added: Thu, 08/14/2014 - 11:56am

In their book titled, “13 ways to kill your community,” authors Doug Griffiths and Kelly Clemmer describe thirteen ways small communities like our own can limit their success, and ensure they crumble into ruins. “Let's suppose you have a really ambitious goal in life - you want to kill your community! read more »

Let our Pontiac businesses shine

Submitted by editor on Thu, 07/17/2014 - 11:19am
Added: Thu, 07/17/2014 - 11:19am

Recently, two Pontiac organizations, the Pontiac Journal and the Pontiac Chamber of Commerce, have once again given Pontiac residents the opportunity to nominate their favourite businesses or businesspeople to have them awarded for their hard work, dedication and exceptional service. read more »

It’s a matter of perspective...

Submitted by editor on Thu, 07/03/2014 - 11:15am
Added: Thu, 07/03/2014 - 11:15am

An opinion is defined as one’s judgement, belief or conviction with regard to a particular subject. Opinions include views or judgements formed about something, not necessarily based on fact or know-ledge. read more »

Is it a LOL matter?

Submitted by editor on Thu, 06/19/2014 - 11:09am
Added: Thu, 06/19/2014 - 11:09am

According to the Canadian Wireless Telecommunications Association, Canadians exchange about 270 million text messages and 2.2 million        multimedia messages every day. read more »

Is it a LOL matter?

Submitted by editor on Thu, 06/19/2014 - 11:08am
Added: Thu, 06/19/2014 - 11:08am

According to the Canadian Wireless Telecommunications Association, Canadians exchange about 270 million text messages and 2.2 million        multimedia messages every day. read more »

The environment is our responsibility too

Submitted by editor on Thu, 06/05/2014 - 9:00am
Added: Thu, 06/05/2014 - 9:00am

Canadian Environment Week takes place from June 1-7 this year with the theme of “Strengthening our environment today for   tomorrow.” On their website, Environment Canada says the Canadian government is taking steps to preserve and enhance the natural environment through     science, such as maintaining air and water quality, and by creating a game plan fo read more »

Paying more to bring home the bacon

Submitted by editor on Thu, 05/22/2014 - 1:22pm
Added: Thu, 05/22/2014 - 1:22pm

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Surviving the renovation and clean-up season

Submitted by editor on Wed, 05/07/2014 - 10:17pm
Added: Wed, 05/07/2014 - 10:17pm

As spring arrives with warmer temperatures, home owners inevitably start looking around their homes and properties and consider what improvements are needed and what work needs to be done. read more »