Better to make a little on a lot?

Submitted by editor on Wed, 03/12/2014 - 8:23pm
Added: Wed, 03/12/2014 - 8:23pm

Late last year, Canada Post announced changes for the new year, which included eliminating door-to-door delivery in urban centres across Canada over the next five years, increasing the price of a stamp from 65 cents to $1, and cutting 6,000 to 8,000 jobs in an attempt to return the Corporation to financial stability by 2019. read more »

There are more victims than we think

Submitted by editor on Wed, 02/26/2014 - 8:31pm
Added: Wed, 02/26/2014 - 8:31pm

Over the course of the last few months, several stories of Pontiac residents and businesses losing their belongings to robbery have crossed my desk. The robberies have included everything from woodworking tools, welders, and mechanical tools to gas from   peoples’ parked vehicles (page 8) and food from local food banks. read more »

A cautionary word

Submitted by editor on Wed, 02/12/2014 - 8:07pm
Added: Wed, 02/12/2014 - 8:07pm

Many people believe that Valentines Day is a day that sends shivers up men’s spines, and warms women’s hearts. However, are there not countless men who enjoy expressing their love and devotion to their partners and countless women who wouldn’t mind wiping the day off the calendar? read more »

Phil Robertson’s message is aimed at us all

Submitted by editor on Thu, 01/30/2014 - 8:09pm
Added: Thu, 01/30/2014 - 8:09pm

Before the holidays, a continent-wide debate over tolerance and religion was unleashed after popular A&E series ‘Duck Dynasty’ star, Phil Robertson, made several derogatory statements concerning homosexuality in an interview for the January issue of GQ Magazine. read more »

Venturing back to the ‘real world’...

Submitted by editor on Thu, 01/16/2014 - 7:21pm
Added: Thu, 01/16/2014 - 7:21pm

Despite Christmas’ dramatic break from reality, many of us return back to the daily world feeling our holiday was too short; we didn’t get the rest, relaxation and recuperation from our busy lives, as we had hoped. Why is that? read more »

Make it a pot-luck Christmas!

Submitted by editor on Thu, 12/19/2013 - 8:52pm
Added: Thu, 12/19/2013 - 8:52pm

‘T’is the season to be jolly’? Although the falling snow, thoughts of family members coming to spend time together, enjoying a home cooked meal with loved ones, and exchanging gifts of appreciation may foster the feeling, most people would agree that the Christmas season is actually a very stressful time. read more »

Living in litter has a limit

Submitted by editor on Thu, 12/05/2013 - 11:27pm
Added: Thu, 12/05/2013 - 11:27pm

The photos on pages 8 & 9  displays a reality which none of us can be proud. Where the PPJ Cyclopath trail meets a gate to Pontiac High School in Shawville, mounds of rubbish have taken over the area, and spray-painted vulgarities mark the trail’s pavement. read more »

The reality our graduates are facing

Submitted by editor on Wed, 11/20/2013 - 10:30pm
Added: Wed, 11/20/2013 - 10:30pm

During November’s high school graduation ceremonies,   students sit in front of family and friends to celebrate the accomplishments they have made in obtaining their diploma, and they listen to inspirational speeches about the endless possibilities their futures have in store for them. read more »

Lest we forget?

Submitted by editor on Wed, 11/06/2013 - 10:26pm
Added: Wed, 11/06/2013 - 10:26pm

Have we forgotten the promises made to those “who stand on guard for thee”? The sacrifices made in ensuring our freedom? The pain and suffering caused to the families of those who serve their country? And those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice – losing their lives defending our futures? read more »

How to make your vote count

Submitted by editor on Wed, 10/23/2013 - 12:54pm
Added: Wed, 10/23/2013 - 12:54pm

With the upcoming municipal elections, Pontiac residents will be receiving several visits from     candidates looking to present their platforms and secure votes. read more »