Opinion

As we age, it is common to experience vision and hearing loss. However, older adults should know the difference between changes that are normal and those that are not.  Vision changes common with the natural aging of the eye include difficulty seeing objects clearly, even close up; a decline in colour sensitivity, such as being able to distinguish colours such as blue … [Read more...] about Importance of maintaining vision and hearing for good health

Last week, I was most disappointed to see that the Conservative Member of Parliament for Niagara Falls authored a column that omitted key facts about the federal government’s support for small businesses and the tourism sector. While I understand that part of his role as a member of the Official Opposition involves criticizing the government’s policies, I do not believe that … [Read more...] about Support policies in place for economic recovery

Just a note to say thanks for the story on La Fleur Fletcher and her husband Claude, and their tremendous efforts to remain in our country in order to become Canadian citizens. Many of us can relate to their struggle and are exhilarated for their success.  To learn that your dear parents have suddenly become homeless and without drinking water must be devastating, as if … [Read more...] about Please keep La Fleur’s efforts going

At one of its meetings this month, town council will receive and make decisions on the staff recommendations developed in response to the Jan. 18, 2021 submission to the committee of the whole by the Friends of Ryerson Park. Since our presentation to council there have been countless inaccurate letters and columns as well as comments at council meetings and from town staff … [Read more...] about Some clarifications about Ryerson Park

Since 1975, it has been a written law that every residential home in Ontario must have a smoke alarm outside sleeping areas. For almost 50 years, Fire departments across Ontario have been educating residents, often starting at the young age of only four, about the importance of having working smoke alarms and what to do when your smoke alarm activates. When the COVID-19 … [Read more...] about Only a working fire alarm can save your life