Optimist Club Bike Rodeo – Cornwall Ontario Civic Complex – May 26th 9AM- Noon
CFN – The Optimist Club of Cornwall will hold its annual bike rodeo at the Cornwall Civic Complex east parking lot on May 26 from 9 a.m. until noon. There will be a course for young cyclists and skateboarders and a free safety inspection for bicycles. Three bikes courtesy of Bicycle World will be given [...]
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II DIAMOND JUBILEE TEA – Lost Villages Historical Society – May 26, 2012
CFN - In recognition of the Sixtieth Anniversary of the Accession to the Throne by Queen Elizabeth II, the Lost Villages Historical Society will host “HER MAJESTY’S DIAMOND JUBILEE TEA”, to be held on Saturday, May 26, 2012, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm, at the Township of South Stormont Community Hall (at the new South Stormont Township [...]
Raisin River Conservation Authority Free Tree Seedling Event to Celebrate Earth Day – April 21, 2012
CFN – The Raisin Region Conservation Authority is once again inviting the public to join them in celebrating Earth Day. Conifer seedlings, limited to ten per family, will be given to two hundred local residents who would like to beautify their home as well as contribute to the environment. They will be distributed on a [...]
Young Liberals of SD&SG Event – Saturday April 14th, 2012 – Knights of Columbus Hall – Cornwall Ontario
From left to right is Me, Allison St.Jean, President of the Stormont Dundas South Glengarry Young Liberals, Del Jones President of the SDSG Federal Riding Association, and David Jones Vice President of Federal Affairs for the SDSG Young Liberals. CFN – Over the last year, the Liberal Party of Canada has been inspired by a [...]
Kite Master Gerard Piette Celebrates Earth Day at Benson Centre in Cornwall Ontario
CFN – Celebrate Earth Day 2012 at the Benson Centre, Cornwall, at 2 p.m., with Kite Master, Gerard Piette. Gerard flew his first kite, a used one, in 2009, while he was searching for an outdoor hobby. He was immediately hooked. . He soon moved from repairing kites to building them and the challenges of [...]
How-to Start an Organic School Garden Workshop – April 30, 2012 FINCH ONTARIO
Are you interested in starting a garden at your daycare, school or college? The All Things Food SDG Community Food Network and Growing Up Organic will be hosting a free “How to Start an Organic School Garden” workshop on Monday, April 30th from 6 – 8 p.m. at South Nation Conservation in Finch. Alissa Mae [...]
Michael Dopp: WHAT’S NEW ABOUT IT? by Don Smith – April 12, 2012 – Cornwall Ontario
CFN – What’s new about the New Evangelization, you might ask. Great question! The Gospel message is as timeless as ever. The newness called for is in ardour, in methods, and in means of expression. That’s the challenge before us today. The late Pope John Paul II, in his Address to Pontifical Commission for Culture, March [...]
CHORUS NOVUS celebrates Sacred and popular music based on The Book of Psalms – Sunday April 22 – Cornwall Ontario
This year’s CHORUS NOVUS spring concert will celebrate choral music inspired by the Book of Psalms. The concert program was designed to move and delight audiences, as well as to enlighten them about the use of psalms throughout history. The concert will take place on Sunday April 22nd, 7pm, at Trinity Anglican Church in Cornwall. Everyone welcome! [...]
Ingleside Ontario Masonic Centre to Host Open House & BBQ – Saturday April 21, 2012
The Ingleside Masonic Centre will be hosting an Open House and BBQ at our newly renovated hall, 11 Memorial Square, Ingleside Ontario. Come and see what is hidden behind these doors. The date is set for April 21, 2012, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm, with the official ribbon cutting at noon.
Native North American Travelling College John B Thomas Retrospective – Akwasasne Mohawk Territory – April 7, 2012
CFN – The Artist, John B. Thomas is a Mohawk of the Akwesasne Mohawk Territory. He is a husband, a father of three, and a grandfather. For as long as John can remember, he has always been able to draw. This great talent that was given to him from birth is well recognized throughout Akwesasne [...]
Daily Protest of Cornwall Ontario Community Hospital Continues – Rally Called for Saturday March 3, 2012
CFN – What started out as a simple letter to the editor is now picking up steam. Dr. Dany Tombler’s letter to the editor regarding the issue of the Cornwall Community Hospital’s Bilingual Nurse and Staff hiring policy has kindled a fire in the community and area. South Stormont’s mayor, Bryan McGillis, and council [...]
Living the Green Life Science & Nature Speaker Series in Cornwall Ontario – February 29, 2012
CFN – On Wednesday, February 29th, Elaine Kennedy will be the featured speaker at the Science and Nature Speaker Series at the Cornwall Public Library. Her talk, “Living the Green Life” will provide tips and inspiration for a lifestyle that respects the environment. . Elaine Kennedy is a local environmentalist, writer, politician, and educator. Her concern [...]
CULTURAL TALKS AT THE ONTARIO POWER GENERATION VISITOR CENTRE – February 18, 2012
GENERAL GEOLOGY UNDER AND AROUND LAKE ST. LAWRENCE IN EASTERN ONTARIO In partnership with the Stormont Dundas & Glengarry Historical Society Speaker Paul R. Gunther is a retired Professional Geologist who specialized in Petroleum Geochemistry. His talk will deal with the surface and subsurface geology in the Ottawa-Cornwall area, concentrating on Lake St. Lawrence in [...]
Former Cornwall Ontario City Councilor Mark A MacDonald Wishes The Cornwall Free News Happy 3rd Birthday!
Hi Jamie—Best wishes to you and the Cornwall Free News on making it three years in business. The way we get information has come a long way since a discarded hand press was brought here in 1830 to start the Cornwall Observer. Despite the obstacles you continue to work hard and your passion for your work is obvious [...]
All the Dirt – Join Author & Organic Farmer Robin Tunnicliffe January 25, 2012 Cornwall Ontario Public Library
CFN - On January 25th, join Robin Tunnicliffe, organic farmer and author of All The Dirt: Reflections on Organic Farming! Robin will share from All The Dirt: a must-read how-to book on small-scale organic farming that outlines how farmers can create a resilient agriculture that is vibrant, fun and economically viable. Date & Time: Wednesday, January [...]
Women Entrepreneurs of Cornwall & Area Annual Conference & Business Show – February 23, 2012
CFN- The Women Entrepreneurs of Cornwall & Area are once again preparing for their annual Conference and Business Show to be held on Thursday February 23rd, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Best Western Inn and Conference Centre. Women of all ages and from all walks of life are invited to join us for [...]
Cornwall Sports Hall of Fame Call to the Hall for 2012 – January 9, 2012
CFN- The Cornwall Sports Hall of Fame is pleased to announce the Call To The Hall for 2012.Nominations for the next set of inductees begin now and run until Friday, March 2nd (submissions after that date will not be considered for 2012). All types of sports are represented from the more than 300 CSHOF members. [...]
Seaway Roller Derby Girls Roller Disco Fundraiser – February 10th, 2012 – Cornwall Ontario
CFN – The Seaway Roller Derby Girls League is Official. The members of the Newest Roller Derby league in Canada have recently received their approval from the Canadian Women’s Roller Derby Association. To celebrate, there will be a 70’s themed Roller Disco Fundraiser held at Agora Catholic Centre (previously known as Nativity Hall) on February [...]
