"I have always held that political dynasties are dangerous for democracy. The fault was definitely with the Liberal party for flattering Trudeau into believing he would be a good prime minister," writes Jackie Bonic.
“It’s a nice little event to break up the winter blues," says executive producer Jeff Paul. Tickets are on sale now for every show except the sold-out Saturday night show.
The Niagara Township Credit Union was created in 1945 with 18 members and total assets of $24, to fill the need for banking services in the growing community.
"The people of St. Davids do not want a roundabout," said one resident to the lord mayor during a heated back-and-forth on Thursday evening. Around 50 people were in attendance at the meeting.
Police determined three suspects came into the store last Saturday, picked out an array of alcoholic beverages, bypassed the checkout counters and left the store. “I couldn't believe what I saw," says one witness.
"When it comes to improving your home’s curb appeal, the walkway that leads up to the front door is one of the best places to spend some time and effort," writes Joanne Young.
"Like the flu, COVID is now embedded in the population. That means we can expect continuing mutant versions to emerge, including more lethal versions," writes Dr. William Brown.
"Yes, Donald Trump and I both want to get rid of the annually challenging concept of daylight savings time. If you’ll pardon the pun, it’s time," writes Ross Robinson, going on to share, however, some of his less-than-complimentary views of the president-elect.
Developer Adam Hawley says the Clayfield Hotel will function as a franchise, built and owned by the local development company: "It's not going to be owned by Hyatt or anybody else."
With loud public protests, numerous anti-development screeds on social media and many more development decisions facing councillors in the second half their four-year term, vigorous debates will continue in 2025.
"We have made citizens who enter politics into punching bags. They’re not regular people trying to make a difference, helping the common good anymore. Over time they become the enemy, responsible for every failure, annoyance and hardship their constituents endure," writes Garth Turner.
