CFN – I did something I swore I’d never do this weekend. I signed up for traditional TV signing with Shaw Direct instead of Bell or our local Cable company Cogeco. (Bell didn’t answer their phone within 5 minutes and Cogeco is just wrong – a horrible company in myContinue Reading
CFN – October 1st. will be National Seniors’ Day and also United Nations International Day of Older Persons. June was “Seniors’ Month” and there were many articles in the media about seniors. At the Villa there was a bulletin board with a salute to the many characteristics of seniors. IContinue Reading
CFN – Scandal ridden former CAO of Cornwall Ontario, Paul Fitzpatrick, is no longer the President of the Board of Governors of St. Lawrence College. Mr. Fitzpatrick, in court papers, was alleged to have had a relationship with former Glen Stor Dun Lodge manager Donna Derouchie. Ms Derouchie was firedContinue Reading
CFN – Fire is reported at the Olymel plant in Cornwall Ontario – we will update as with info as more comes in. Olymel on fire!….mhmm bacon, hope I can smell it from home. — Matt Buxton (@mbuxton87) September 19, 2013 Traffic is blocked off near the site off ofContinue Reading
CFN – Bus drivers in Cornwall Ontario are mulling whether to go on strike. They cite low wages and a low offer of only about 2% from the city. What I think many of them don’t realize is that taxes have been going up for many reasons, mostly the wrongContinue Reading
Akwesasne – On September 16th, 2013, the Standard Freeholder ran an article that used derogatory language towards the Mohawks of Akwesasne. The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne (MCA) received numerous complaints from community members and a request for Council to respond. In very clear terms, Council issued a Letter to theContinue Reading
WARRANT Cornwall, ON – Carlisle Graham, 23 of Cornwall was arrested on the 17th of September, 2013 on the strength of a warrant. It is alleged that the man failed to attend court on the 13th of August, 2013 and a warrant was issued for his arrest. On theContinue Reading
CFN – For Mark A MacDonald the the Concerned Citizens Coalition the Fat Lady hasn’t sang her last song yet when it comes to the Cornwall General Hospital site which the sale of sits under a cloud of mystery. The sold sign is not on the building. It was onContinue Reading
BREACHES Cornwall, ON- Christopher Dennison, 25 of Cornwall was arrested on the 16th of September, 2013 and charged with breaching his Probation order by having consumed alcohol and failing to keep the peace. The man was also breaching a Recognizance for having consumed alcohol. It is alleged that on theContinue Reading
On Friday, Sept. 13th, 2013, at approximately 8:15 pm, the Stormont,Dundas and Glengarry (SD&G) OPP Commercial Vehicle Inspection (CVI) Unit had occasion to stop a tractor trailer for inspection. Further investigation by the OPP CVI members led to a massive seizure of unprocessed leaf tobacco. Members of the Cornwall Regional Task Force (CRTF)Continue Reading
POSSISSION OF A CONTROLED SUBSTSANCE Cornwall, ON – Jean Larocque, 52 of Lachute, Quebec was arrested on the 13th of September, 2013 and charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance. It is alleged that on the 13th of September, 2013 police stopped the man for a traffic violation and found theContinue Reading
CFN – I was bewildered when I got a missive from Terry Muir last winter or so. After all I’d had to issue suit against Ribfest for reneging on our promotional contract. CFN had been first media sponsor in for the travelling pigfest, a professional show that you reallyContinue Reading
CFN- Submitted Release On Wednesday, September 25th at 7 pm the River Institute kicks off its Science & Nature Series for 2013-14 with “The Science & Nature of Water” led by River Institute scientist Dr. Andy Bramburger. He has travelled the world researching fresh water and will share his insightsContinue Reading
BASF Canada has donated a total of $20,000 to eight local food banks as part of KeepFit, an employee wellness program. The KeepFit program encourages BASF Canada employees to improve their wellbeing through increased exercise and activity. Participants kept record of their accomplishments on-line by recording their steps and translatingContinue Reading
PUBLIC ASSISTANCE REQUESTED Cornwall, ON- The Cornwall Community Police Service are currently seeking the public’s assistance for anyone that would have witnessed the collision on the 11th of September, 2013 on Boundary Road near the MacEwen gas bar involving a motor vehicle and a cyclist The Cornwall Community PoliceContinue Reading
CFN – With talks about the expansion of the Cornwall Regional Airport failing again maybe it’s time to start to consider some new ideas and think outside of the box? The airport, located in South Glengarry clearly does not serve the goals and economic development needs of the City ofContinue Reading
CFN is proud to sponsor Jeff Brunet’s Alkaline Entertainment’s presentation at the historic Port Theatre in Cornwall Ontario of Strange Magic The ELO Experience! One night only! Friday September 27th, 2013 This is a licensed LCBO show Get your tickets in advance or at the door. Melody Music & TheContinue Reading
After several days of uncertainty, the Ligue nord-américaine de hockey announced today that the Cornwall River Kings will undertake the 2013-2014 season. The Commissioner of the LNAH, Michel Godin, met a group of investors Tuesday evening in Cornwall. After several hours of discussion, an agreement was reached between Bernard VilleneuveContinue Reading