Legion: Branch renovations
CONSTANCE BAY – Branch 616 is experiencing a positive return to normalcy in the wake of the pandemic.
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Opinion
Kelly: Preparing for the weather
We had quite the downpour of ice this week and I sincerely hope everyone is managing to stay safe in a time of year when volatile weather can wreak havoc on the lives of people in rural areas.
Read moreCanada’s food, beverage manufacturers experience growth in 2022
CANADA – Canada’s food and beverage manufacturing sector saw strong sales growth in 2022 despite a challenging environment according to the latest FCC Food and Beverage Report.
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Davies: On Fullerton
Dr. Merrilee Fullerton started her political career roughly the same time I started West Carleton Online.
Read moreKelly: Preparing for the freshet, tree removal and Women’s History Month
This past week, we celebrated St. Patrick’s Day and continue to celebrate Women’s History Month. I am thankful to the women in my life who make my work possible.
Read moreNFU: Protect the greenbelt
OPINION – The National Farmers Union (NFU) and the National Farmers Union – Ontario (NFU-O) believe any development on the 4,950 acres the Ontario government recently removed from the greenbelt and the Duffins Rouge Agricultural Preserve (DRAP) is unnecessary, short-sighted, and will have disastrous ripple effects on surrounding natural heritage and agricultural land.
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Kelly: Out and about in the community
These past two weeks have seen blizzards, biting temperatures, and major budget talk around the Council table. The 2023 Budget was passed after weeks of discussion and tinkering. Election years present unique challenges in crafting a budget for City Staff and the accelerated timetable means that the type of meaningful public consultation I am hoping to foster in this community, was not possible.
Read moreLETTER: RRTC says backstage volunteers vital to local arts scene
Community theaters are a vital part of our local arts scene, offering a diverse range of productions that provide entertainment, education, and cultural enrichment for our communities.
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Good News Story: The Flaxstic phone case
In a technology society, smartphones have become a necessity for almost everyone. We use these devices to communicate with friends and family, access information, read the latest news, find local services, manage our health and finances and much, much more.
Read moreLetter: Bad roads affecting health too
I couldn’t agree more with Mr. Holmes.
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