I can still hear Michael’s joyful laugh. It was a rich, belly-shaking sound that could instantly uplift and connect us all, reminding us of his warmth and the happiness he shared.
Columns
Walkerton Herald-Times June 18 Turnbacks
From June 17, 1987
We need an ‘exit strategy’ for homelessness
We speak of a “decent” standard of living without really defining what that means.
Share the road and watch out for kids
A couple of years ago, it was roller-blades. Before that, it was skateboards. From time to time, there have been issues with bicycles, and sometimes golf carts and ATVs.
Things to do locally on summer break
It is the second week of June and summer seems suddenly upon us.
Stratford school celebrates May Day, elects May Queen
The Stratford Normal School was a staple in Perth County’s educational landscape from the time it opened in 1908. Students from across southwestern Ontario attended the school to pursue their teacher training and begin careers in education.
There’s more to our flowers than meets the eye!
Now that spring is finally upon us (we hope!), we can once again enjoy the beautiful flowers breaking free from their winter slumber and displaying their incredible wares.
Kids have learning problems? Do not blame COVID
The latest in a continuing series of problems being blamed on the global pandemic is boys falling behind at school.
Time to end the stigma
May is Mental Health Awareness Month in Canada. It was established in 1951 by the Canadian Mental Health Association to encourage people to seek help when needed, and to foster understanding.
Fulfilling my promise to Michael ‘Cy’ Cywink
It began with a direct question born of absolute urgency. Michael “Cy” Cywink was searching for…
Government decisions need to be reviewed with rural lens
Federal and provincial governments are forgetting how important rural and agricultural communities are to the country.
To boldly go where no one has gone before – virus-free
The hantavirus scare in recent weeks brought back memories of how the COVID-19 pandemic got going – a cruise ship with sick people.
Do they really not make things like they used to?
Just so nobody gets the idea that I’m some kind of curmudgeon in a dark room hunched over my…
Shipwrecks of Bruce County: Storm smashes “Kaloolah” at Southampton
The sidewheeler Kaloolah was one of the most famous steamers of Lake Huron and Georgian Bay.
Small businesses need responsible recycling plan
It promises to be a long, hot, and in some cases, smelly summer.
