Category Archives: Opinion

Beyond the Headlnes - BC's Conservative Party chaos
In politics, you have to at least look like you know what you are doing. That is NOT what is happening in BC right now at the provincial legislature, where all heck is breaking loose within the offici...
Paul Martin Dec 04, 2025

Beyond the Headlines - Secretary of War Pete Hegseth
It takes a lot to be somehow more disturbing and controversial in the United States than President Donald Trump, but one high-ranking official is somehow getting that job done. In case you haven't bee...
Paul Martin Dec 03, 2025

Beyond the Headlines - Quinte Home Builders Awards
I think we should all take a moment to fully appreciate the people who are literally building a better future for us here in Quinte. The Quinte Home Builders' Association (QHBA) recently handed out a ...
Paul Martin Dec 02, 2025

Beyond the Headlines - Budget time in PEC
Some numbers are more pleasant than others, especially when the chance for people to voice their displeasure is rapidly approaching. At Shire Hall tonight, Prince Edward County Council will begin the ...
Paul Martin Dec 01, 2025

Beyond the Headlines - Canada's pipeline deal from Alberta to BC coast
The biggest choices sometimes have the largest of consequences, which may not be obvious for months, or even years. The federal government struck a deal with Alberta to work towards a pipeline to Cana...
Paul Martin Nov 28, 2025

Beyond the Headlines - Acting Sgt. Jeff Sarley
As the outrage continues in some quarters over a proposed 15% increase in next year's budget for the Belleville Police Service, I would like to remind everyone what that money pays for. This week, it ...
Paul Martin Nov 27, 2025

CZECH POINTS: Bruce Lee's legacy lives on
If he was around today, Bruce Lee would've turned 85 on Nov. 27. If you were like me, going to high school in Belleville in the 1970s, you and your pals probably attended the Friday night doubleheader...
Paul Martin Nov 27, 2025

Beyond the Headlines - Shannan Hickey Memorial Education Endowment
A legacy of learning is one always worth passing on to others. A memorial fund has been created to recognize and honour a local nurse and encourage others to remember her through continued professiona...
Paul Martin Nov 26, 2025

Beyond the Headlines - Lee Burgess retirement
A cornerstone of the local justice system will be calling it a career as you and I gather to celebrate the start of the new year. Hastings County Crown Attorney Lee Burgess has announced he is retirin...
Paul Martin Nov 25, 2025

Beyond the Headlines - Canada on the world stage
I would like to compliment Prime Minister Mark Carney who walks the walk as he talks the talk, often while overseas. He is racking up an impressive list of wins in the trade area, culminating with an ...
Paul Martin Nov 24, 2025

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