Category Archives: Opinion

Friday will be a special day in the west side of Belleville, one that one former Mayor would have loved to see. A special grand opening celebration is being held for the new Elgin Parkette playground....

A device that you may have dozens of in your home could also be your greatest risk factor when it comes fires. This is Fire Prevention Week, with this year's theme being the afe usage of lithium-ion b...

Perception is not reality and the problem you see isn't always the one that's the biggest. I was part of a recent meeting with Belleville Police where they asked people about ways of improving communi...

It takes a village to raise a child and it sometimes takes help from multiple agencies to ensure a safe home for dozens of them stays on track. A touching donation was made this week, with Hastings Qu...

I would like to publicly thank MP Chris Malette for whatever role he played the postponement of a plan to completely ignore the Quinte Region when it comes to mass transit. VIA Rail announced Monday t...

Today is a day when I pause to think about what is means to be Canadian, what we have done, where we are going and what we left behind. September 30th is the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, ...

When problems persist and actually get worse, then it's time to try something new. On Friday, Belleville Mayor Neil Ellis officially launched the Mayor's task force, with a motion to approve the membe...

This weekend, the hills are alive with the sound of music. East Hill in Belleville specifically. The Rotary Club of Belleville is presenting Porchfest tomorrow (Saturday). Opening Ceremonies are at Gl...

Prince Edward County is on the hunt for a new Fire Chief, but they shouldn't be for long, in my opinion. In a sudden move that leaves a bit to be explained (to be honest), Prince Edward county has par...

Those who serve and protect our nation will be helping raise money for a very worthy cause while letting people see some of their coolest hardware up close this weekend. RUBBER ON THE RAMP returns to ...