We’ve been given a reprieve as school reopening has been pushed back a week. It’s good news and bad for many parents. For some it means another week of juggling work and home responsibilities, but for all it is evidence of careful thought at the board. Now that teachers are… Continue reading
First of all, let me dispel the rumour: Joe the Barber is not closing down. When you hear his music playing, nail him down for some mid-pandemic style. I would have liked to say “post-pandemic” but we’re not where I thought we’d be by mid-summer. On the positive side, if… Continue reading
Most of us have our fingers crossed that our good behavior over the past two months will soon be rewarded with more social “privileges” in the form of larger social gathering opportunities, some serious retail therapy and a real haircut before either of those two events. In parts of the… Continue reading
An Attitude of Gratitude As we all know the Coronavirus has launched a reign of terror infecting hundreds of thousands globally. At first, the Coronavirus was something in the back of our minds, a distinct thing happening across the world, and now within two weeks things have escalated greatly. On… Continue reading
Messages from some of our politicians are becoming more strident- Stay home or else….They are upping the ante to convince us to manage our behaviour for the greater good. In these days of instant gratification, it’s a challenge to keep these restrictions going when it takes so long to see… Continue reading
I hate conflict. I know it can be helpful, but I prefer dignity and respect, which makes me a dinosaur. I can live with that. There are (usually) two sides to every story and I try to hear them both. It can be challenging. We all have our biases and… Continue reading
Our township is becoming a hub for recreation. With a running club, a new rink, a walking track, a soccer and lacrosse field house, hiking trails, parks, soccer and baseball fields and golf courses, in Cavan Monaghan there’s no excuse to be sedentary at any time of the year. Dance… Continue reading
There is a tendency to judge historical people and events through a modern lens. Not surprisingly, the results are often harsh and one-sided. We have more information, more experience and a different perspective which we use to evaluate historical behaviour. Is it possible that these people were doing what they… Continue reading
From the front page to the back page of this paper are photos and stories written by and about volunteers shaping our community. They are young and old, serving neighbours and strangers with an enthusiasm that brings joy to both giver and receiver. Thank you for the inspiration you provide… Continue reading
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