Mafia groupies, law enforcement, and generally large crowds are expected Saturday in the Little Italy section of Montreal where Nick Rizzuto Jr.’s funeral will take place. No confirmation yet if his father will get released from prison in Colorado to attend. The alleged murder weapon has been discovered as policeContinue Reading
You don’t need to read tea leaves or hire an expensive political think tank to read how much Stephen Harper is salivating for his majority government, and Spring is his time. The rosy red buzz of the Olympics; the fumes of spending from the stimulus; funds that have been delayedContinue Reading
Looking for an Eco-friendly Multi-tasking solution this New Year? I was visiting a friend recently and as my reputation as an ecologically minded person precedes me she asked what cleaning products I used in my home? Well that question prompted me to look into more environmentally friendly solutions to replaceContinue Reading
Free Movies at the Cornwall Public Library The Boys are Back starring Clive Owen The Cornwall Public Library ( 45 2nd Street East) is having a free movie screening. Inspired by a true story, THE BOYS ARE BACK is a deeply moving,wryly confessional tale of fatherhood, that intimately evokes both the fragilityContinue Reading
Templates in hockey are funny things. Let me explain. When I created the video tracking system I used for the Habs waaaay back in 1995-96 my theory was that hockey was essentially a laying over of templates. Team A vs Team B based on the personnel and styleContinue Reading
Clifford Stork, manager of Island Inkjet and Laser Toners is morphing his store slowly but surely into a meet and greet spot in the downtown core. Besides being a depot for Coffey’s Coffee Clifford has created an Internet Cafe. Super rates; great Coffee and you never know who you’ll bumpContinue Reading
SD&SG MPP Jim Brownell met with two victims of abuse who wrote him about funding cuts to their counselling today after Letters to the Editor appeared in The Cornwall Free News. Donna Leroux and Marge Laprade are concerned that the therapy they’ve been receiving now, after 40 years of notContinue Reading
Editor, Although not surprised, I am shocked and dismayed as once again Prime Minister Harper prorogues parliament, not for the good of the country but to avoid difficult issues that may further erode confidence in this government! This is one more step in this government’s inexorable drift toward unchallenged power: ducking difficult questions aroundContinue Reading
The Montreal Canadiens were actually not out shot last night as they beat Tampa Bay 2-1 in OT. Habs goals were from Brian Gionta and Tomas Plekanec who no longer plays like a “Little Girl.” Carey Price got the win and probably the next start against Florida. Marty Brodeur,Continue Reading
I know I sure don’t get excited over them. All these sites and magazines showing off their top ten lists hoping that the stories will resonate with you the humble viewer, or perhaps even cause some sort of controversy. Crap that. Top Ten lists are the domain of people whoseContinue Reading
December 30, 2009 Dear Editor: I disagree with the recent suggestion by Mayor Bob Kilger that the City of Cornwall should provide stipends to council members who sit on the boards and committees of various community organizations. This is simply a pay increase through the back door for council members inContinue Reading
He’s done it again. That wacky Minority government leading Prime Minister, Stephen Harper, has run to Michaelle Jean asking for yet another time out. Just when I gave him a thumbs up for at least creating the perception of strength he pulls one from the Richard Simmons School of StrengthContinue Reading
Walking into Katerina’s Restaurant on a snowy winter’s day is like getting an instant dose of Vitamin D. The colours, the mood, ambiance, and decor just up the temperature a few degrees. If you go on Mexican Buffet night (Wednesday & Thursdays) an amazing Margarita and meal will definitely help take thoseContinue Reading
A Cosmic Update From Jeremy Pommier The first annual Cosmic Christmas was a cosmic success! Fifty to sixty local hipsters made their appearances; including some local photographers and other artists. The main hall, for the bands and art, was ice cold; but that didn’t stop the art fans from drinking andContinue Reading
Jim Brownell has been called the hardest working MPP for a reason. He’s written a letter that will be going to Minister Chris Bentley regarding the Letter to the Editor posted here by Donna Leroux regarding funding for victims of child hood sexual abuse at the inquiry here in Cornwall.Continue Reading
Good news for Windsor Ontario as Ford has decided to build the new 5.0 litre V8 engine for the 2011 Mustang at their plant there. This is the first time since 1995 that Ford has put the 5.0 litre engine back into the Mustang that currently uses a manly V6.Continue Reading
I have no idea why I smile every time I see a Smart Car? I know I’ve wanted one since they’ve come out. I loved the idea of the original diesel and getting over 60MPG and was a bit disappointed when the new gasoline powered Smart For Twos came out which reducedContinue Reading
There’s a lot of talk around Canada about the future of Michael Ignatieff. There are a lot of potential replacements in Liberal land, and one of the most talked about is Justin Trudeau. Mr. Trudeau has been very patient while working hard to raise his profile and not simplyContinue Reading