Isaac Andres would like to say thank you to the man who found his wallet, but he doesn’t know who that person is. It came to him through a circuitous route — the wallet was first picked up by the side of the road by a visitor to town, says Andres. The 15-year-old had been riding his bicycle from Tim Hortons, along Niven Road, on his way home. His family used to live on … [Read more...] about Teen gets wallet, money back thanks to good samaritan
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Zalepa following direction of public health
Gary Zalepa, Niagara-on-the-Lake’s regional councillor, agrees with the town bylaw calling for masks to be worn indoors when physical distancing is difficult. Town councillors should do what they think is best for their residents and businesses, he says. He doesn’t, at least at this time, agree with a regional bylaw making face coverings mandatory. While it may seem … [Read more...] about Zalepa following direction of public health
Trying to make the best of a sad situation
Trudy Enns is trying to bring joy to her mother, and sometimes the joy spreads. Betty Enns is a resident of Pleasant Manor. She has been there for 12 years, first living independently, then in assisted living, and for the last eight years, in long-term care. Trudy visits her every day. But for the last four months, of course, her routine has had to change, with no … [Read more...] about Trying to make the best of a sad situation
Letter: Racism exists in our town
We are angered and saddened by the senseless murder and violence suffered by members of the Black and Indigenous communities, not only in the United States, but throughout the world. We acknowledge that racism exists in our country, in our province, and in our town. Yvonne Bredow’s column about her experiences, local news coverage of discrimination, and the Peaceful … [Read more...] about Letter: Racism exists in our town