Category Archives: Opinion

Since U.S. President Donald Trump spent 108 minutes selling his case to the American people this week, it's time for a simple update on trade talks. Favouring word economy over volume, I will simply s...

In the battle of expressions, "you get what you pay for" rarely wins over "a penny saved is a penny earned". As Belleville finalized the spending plan for the Friendly City yesterday, one budget had b...

As the battle against homelessness continues in Quinte, you have a great chance this weekend to support people helping on the front lines every single day. The Coldest Night of the Year is a winter fu...

The Quinte Region is pausing to honour the memory of a man who was a giant in the field of student transportation and safety. Alvin (Al) Parkhurst passed away on Saturday at the tender age of 99 1/2 y...

As we celebrate a solid performance at the winter Olympics with 21 medals, and lament the loss in the final for both women and men's hockey, I take some solace from one of the surest bets in sports. W...

A local couple who are cornerstones of the business community will be honoured at a special event in Quinte West next month. The Quinte West Chamber of Commerce will recognize Honorary Lifetime Member...

Yesterday, Canada took an expensive step that is also a very necessary one as we continue to redefine ourselves outside of our relationship with our big brother to the south. Prime Minister Mark Carne...

One of the most significant figures in the civil rights movement south of the border has died. His family announced this morning that the Reverend Jesse Jackson has passed away at the age of 84. Jacks...

I have a slight glimmer of hope that the constant stress of the past few months and the tragic events of this week are causing a subtle shift in the way things are being done in the nation's capital. ...

Fans of one of the biggest shows on the 90's are mourning the loss of one of its most prominent and beloved stars. James Van Der Beek, the actor best known for his role on 1990's TV show Dawson's Cree...