Commentary

By Sally Barnes I’ve experienced my share of racism and sexism in my life and now in my so-called golden years, I am especially sensitive to ageism. It runs rampant in case you haven’t noticed—and if you’re under 50 you probably don’t know or care. Attitudes and practices that lead […]

Huntsville High School student Jaylene Stewart and Bracebridge and Muskoka Lakes Secondary School student Owen Brasi are the recipients of a $1,000 grant from the Harriet. T Weaver Bursaries for 2022, administered by the Lake of Bays Heritage Foundation. The Lake of Bays Heritage Foundation is pleased to announce its […]

This coming Friday is Canada Day. I have always believed it is a day to celebrate, to reflect on our many accomplishments as a nation, and a time to focus on our good fortune to live in the country that we do. When I was in public office, or involved […]

We are living in tough times these days and many signs point to a prediction that it is going to get tougher. Inflation is higher than it has been for decades, gas prices are through the roof, and the cost of almost everything else is rising dramatically. I thought one […]

I have a high regard for people who have strong opinions and the courage to express them. Republican member of the United States Congress, Liz Cheney, is one of those. Bold, brave, and unconcerned about personal consequences, she put it all out there at a prime-time televised committee hearing last […]