One definition of posture is the position in which someone holds his or her body when standing or sitting. Somewhere along the line we’ve added the qualification of “good” or “bad” when it comes posture.…
Do the shuffle
By Chad Ingram The premier of Ontario certainly knows how to make headlines, even during the political off-season. Last Thursday, Doug Ford announced he was making a cabinet shuffle, a very large one.…
Flying through climate change
By Jim Poling Sr. Staring out a window at Sky Harbour Airport in Phoenix, Ariz., I become increasingly edgy. Outside that window, baggage handlers toss dozens of bulky bags onto the conveyor belt crawling…
Gladiators not needed
By Jim Poling Sr. Molto bene Italia! Perfettamente! Indeed Italy has done a wonderful thing in disrupting a Steve Bannon extreme right project aimed at converting the world to his white power conservatism. Bannon and…
Prehistoric victory
By Chad Ingram Iremember when the Toronto Raptors franchise was established. It was1993. I was 11 years old. The Blue Jays were World Series championsand there was a huge buzz about Toronto getting its own…
Congratulations graduates of 2019
No matter the weather no matter what is happening June is the best month. It is a time of hope. A time to believe that the world can overcome its problems and become a better…
How low?
Most of us have likely been the intended target of a scam at one time or another. Perhaps you’ve received an email from a Middle Eastern prince looking to share his fortune with you for…
Inter-library loan solution not straightforward
Dear Ms. Scott Regarding your letter in the newspapers about funding inter-library loans. I tried to find the real costs of the inter-library shipping. According to you it is $1.38 by mail and $4 with…
Beware the ‘silent evil’
Beware the ‘silent evil’ By Jim Poling Sr. Black flies and mosquitoes are true nuisances but at least you can see and hear them. A new danger developing in cottage country is one you…
Beer nation
By Chad Ingram During the weekend members of the Fordgovernment either on a coincidental collective whim or at thedirection of the premier posted to social media pictures ofthemselves in convenience stores in their respective ridingspromoting…
Plant-based options
By Sue Tiffin It’s here vegetarians and vegans the day it is possible to order a vegan breakfast pick up a cashew cheese ball have more than one plant-based menu item to choose at the…
The magic of Black Sox
By Jim Poling Sr. Despite its wet raw coolness this spring has provided some joyful observation. Blue jays in their sartorial splendour gorge greedily on seed we have spread on the ground. There are as…
Bizarre bylaws
By Chad Ingram Most of us at one time or another have likely read or heard about quirky laws or bylaws that exist in certain places often left over from a bygone time. For example…
Endangered insects?
By Jim Poling Sr. The ice it seems was scarcely off the lakes when the bugs were back. Morning frost warnings and the absence of any semblance of daytime warmth has not postponed their return.…
Failure is success
By Laurie Sweig For years I have been a huge fan of Brené Brown. Her book Daring Greatly was inspired by this part of Theodore Roosevelt’s speech in 1910: “It is not the critic who…
Letter: Close call a reminder to wear life jackets
To the Editor Just a reminder that this Saturday May 25 the Maple Beech & Cameron Lake Assoc. (MBC) is hosting our Summer Safety Speaker Series. It is from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at…
Boat launch day thoughts
Boat launch day thoughts By Jim Poling Sr. Getting the boat ready for spring launch can be stressful. Will the motor start quickly and run smoothly after its winter hibernation? Did you remember…
Community improvement
By Chad Ingram Last summer, the Township of Minden Hills embarked upon the creation of a community improvement plan, and that process is now at a phase of public input, the township encouraging…
Scott’s words ‘Trumped’ by Ford's actions
To the Editor, MPP Laurie Scott, nothing you have said to defend or justify the cuts to our libraries stands up under scrutiny. During the announcement of these cuts in the legislature, you nodded…
For those long drives
By Laurie Sweig Clients of mine travelled to Florida by car this year. Before heading off they asked my advice on what to do to minimize the body stiffness that comes with driving for…