To the Editor: RE: "Cowardice of the highest order" I was just reading Eric Howald’s letter to the editor in the Kincardine Record, and I couldn’t agree more with his comments about the Dr. Solomon Secord Monument. And I believe most of the Kincardine and area...
For eight decades, two Bruce County women tirelessly sent daily weather reports to the national weather service. The pioneer weather observers were Catherine Isabella McNabb (1840-1917), starting in 1872, followed by her protegée and neighbour, Agnes Tolmie (1861-1951). They ...
To the Editor: Here is a fine example of cowardice of the highest order by Kincardine council and staff. Staff is recommending at Wednesday’s council meeting that a facilitator be hired to decide what to do with the Solomon Secord Memorial. I guess they are terrified of the...
We may often take community centres and arenas for granted because they are simply, well … just there, and at this time of year, you know there’s going to be lots of hockey. But recreation centres can offer so much more. Take the Ripley-Huron Community Centre, for example....
While the world, today, seems to be in utter chaos, here are 26 things you can control: Your beliefs Your attitude Your thoughts Your perspective How honest you are Who your friends are What books you read How often you exercise The type of food you eat How m...
I blame the show, “CSI.” It stands for Criminal Scene Investigation, and was an American procedural forensics crime drama television series that ran from 2000 to 2015. My husband and I watched it religiously and were on a first-name basis with the characters. Each week, ...
The hectic, but happy, days of the Christmas season are almost over, with only one sense of frustration. There was no goose on the Hollands table for Christmas! We dined royally on a 10-pound chicken from a local organic farm and a delicious duck bought at the Superstore down the stree...
To the Editor: On behalf of the Kincardine Community Services Christmas Hamper Program committee, I extend a huge thank you to all of the people, organizations and businesses that donated generously so that we could provide ‘gift card hampers’ to individuals and families ag...
Arenas and recreation centres are the heart of any community. They are special places where people can meet to share in similar activities and interests. They are where young people learn about teamwork and respect, where some of us seniors can find a card game or a round of table tennis,...
To the Editor: RE: “Proposed Pickleball courts in Point Clark estimated to cost $200,000” I think the proposed Pickleball courts at the Point Clark Community Centre are a wonderful idea. The concern raised by Mr. Hanna of noise coming from the courts while players are u...
Let’s look at addiction and the plethora of supports groups available. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS (AA) Since beginning in 1935, Alcohol Anonymous (AA) has sparked the interest of the public. How does AA define an alcoholic? In general, an alcoholic is someone who suffers from alc...
To the Editor: RE: “Kincardine councillor excused from budget meeting due to inappropriate comments” I appreciate Kincardine councillor Bill Stewart asking the tough questions! I am sure there are lot of residents who would appreciate answers to his questions instead o...
December is a festive season for many, but as temperatures plummet across the province, the life-and-death realities faced by homeless and under-housed Ontarians become even harsher. And our failure to adequately support them, stark. It is simply unacceptable that some have no option b...
To the Editor: RE: “Kincardine councillor excused from budget meeting due to inappropriate comments” We find it concerning that our elected representatives do not want any debate on the validity of the presentations to council. We appreciate Mr. Stewart trying to unders...
I am sure that Robin Hilborn’s story of a rural school Christmas concert stirred up happy memories for many of you as it did for me. The excitement and enthusiasm with which we practised songs, drills, recitations and skits still remain with me. There were decorations to be made;...
December cannot only get busy, it can get downright crazy busy. So it’s important to look after yourself at this time of year. As individuals, It’s easy to be consumed by work, life and seasonal activities. You may not think of yourself as often as you should – especi...
It’s unlikely you know someone over the age of 100, but centenarians do exist. The oldest living person is 118 years old – Lucile Randon, who resides in the United Kingdom. Meanwhile, the oldest person to ever live was Jeanne Calment of France, who passed away at the grand age...
With harness bells merrily a-jingle, and white, hoary breath floating on the frosty air, the heavy team pulled the sleigh-load of neighbours across the snow-bound sideroad toward the most-anticipated event of the year — the Christmas concert in the old schoolhouse. Reminiscing ab...
To the Editor: What a joy it was to listen to the Kincardine Community Singers, Saturday night, at Knox Presbyterian Church, Kincardine. My partner and I have never attended a choir concert like this before. “Wow” is what came to mind as we listened to the magical mus...
To the Editor: On behalf of the Ripley and District Christmas Hamper program committee for 2023, we say thank you to the Township of Huron-Kinloss Community Well-Being Program, individuals, families, businesses, and their employees, who donated generously to this program. Also, than...