To the Editor: I am writing out of deep concern for the proposed high-level nuclear waste Deep Geological Repository (DGR) proposed for our community. I am worried about the uncertainty the proposed DGR will bring to the farmers in our municipality and the value of farmland. ...
To the Editor: RE: “Kincardine area may see fire ban end, but beaches closed for long weekend” This could become very confusing for everyone concerned if you change the status on open and closed beaches. Unless signs are up at each entrance, no one can be expected...
To the Editor: It's not rocket science to open a landfill to the public. If the LCBO can do opens its doors with limited staff, I'm sure with all the employees the Municipality of Kincardine has, it can set up staff at the gate and allow a limited number of people in at a ti...
Thank you to everyone in our resilient communities for stepping up to help stop the spread of COVID-19 (Coronavirus). This global pandemic has changed our daily lives significantly, and it hasn’t been easy for anyone, especially our front-line health-care workers, but I am confid...
To the Editor: RE: “Kincardine dump to re-open next week; more events cancelled due to COVID-19” I have to disagree with Kincardine councillor Dave Cuyler regarding the yard waste location in Connaught Park being a disaster. I used it during my yard clean-up and was the...
Welcome back! Before my discussion about the brain as it relates to elders (in May 20's column), let's take a look at Healthline's 21 facts about the brain. HOW THE BRAIN WORKS The brain is part of your body’s central nervous system. It’s the most complica...
To the Editor: RE: “Kincardine hospital to remain only health centre site for COVID-19 patients” Thank you so much for such an informative article regarding our Kincardine hospital, and the surrounding hospitals. As a senior living in Kincardine, I have had to frequent ...
To the Editor: Is there any good reason why the dumps can’t be open? The yellow garbage bins are spaced more than six feet apart. Money can be debited at a distance and the reuse building can remain closed. I have a client purchasing a home tomorrow (Thursday) and the selle...
To the Editor: RE: “Attitude should be “We, not Me” in Huron-Kinloss, says reader” I would like to respond to the open letter to Huron-Kinloss council, written by Brian MacEachern. I know that Brian can be very passionate about his beliefs but this time, his...
To the Editor: In response to all the kind comments and suggestions received on the Kincardine Record Facebook page, regarding the cancellation of our Geranium Sale, we send our heartfelt thanks to everyone. Our fund-raiser had to be cancelled this year in order to respect and adher...
To the Editor: The following is an open letter to Huron-Kinloss council It is time to change our tune. Some property owners in Huron-Kinloss are working on the front lines against the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic. They risk their lives daily to try to stop the spread of the virus...
To the Editor: RE: “Kincardine pipe band members join Canada-wide tribute to Nova Scotia's fallen” Other Kincardine Scottish Pipe Band members who played Friday night, included Robert Ross on Saugeen Street, David Hamilton on Queen Street in the parking lot behind the ...
To the Editor: RE: "More submissions for “Where were you during COVID-19?” contest" I always like the “Where’s Liz?” contest and I appreciate the spin you have put on it this year: “Where were you during COVID-19?” However, I do n...
To the Editor: RE: “Cottager disappointed at complaint voiced by local resident” Holy Moly! I think Barbara Best, a seasonal cottager who thinks it's okay to go to her cottage in Point Clark, is missing the point. It doesn't matter if you feel well. You can s...
To The Editor: RE: “Cottagers must stay at home, says reader” As a cottager from May to October, I am disappointed to read a Letter to the Editor posted on April 12, complaining about businesses and streets being busier than usual because the cottagers must be enjoying the...
This is an historic time in the Bluewater District School Board as we adjust to an entirely new reality. You may have heard reported in the media that the provincial government has extended Ontario’s state of emergency, and that public schools will not be re-opening May 4 as previou...
The following is a letter of appreciation from Grey Bruce medical officer of health Dr. Ian Arra to the staff at seniors' homes in the region. Dear staff of nursing homes, homes for the aged, and retirement homes: I am taking this time to express the gratitude I feel for the wor...
The consequences of Coronavirus (COVID-19) have many of us glued to the news, concerned for loved ones, and adapting our lives to deal with the changes the pandemic is having on our homes, schools, workplaces, and relationships. Though it is very tough, there are many in our country an...
To the Editor: This is addressed to the cottagers in Bruce-Grey. What is it you do not understand about the REQUEST from the Ontario government to remain at home and do not go to your cottages this weekend? We do not have the health resources in cottage country that you, in the c...
Dear friends: I don’t usually share this kind of concern with you. But these are desperate times. Our box office has sold a total of 19 tickets since the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic hit. That means our cash flow is basically zero, and our entire 2020 season is in jeopardy....