WARRANT Cornwall, ON- A 17-year-old Ottawa youth was arrested on January 4th, 2013 under the strength of an outstanding warrant. It is alleged that on November 15th, 2012 the youth failed to attend the police station for fingerprints and a warrant was issued. The youth turn himself in to police and was held in […]
CFN – Have you ever found yourself living in an area that is just not… well… comfortable. I can remember years ago living in an area in Toronto that I absolutely disliked. I didn’t really know why at the time. I have however come to realize that is was quite possibly due to the location […]
CFN – “Many Ontarians, including some of his own Progressive Conservatives, dismiss Tim Hudak as unelectable based on his dismal first campaign as leader.” Hudak has made it clear he’s looking for a fight. Good for him for finally shedding any attempt at sheep’s clothing – he’s going for broke with an aggressively conservative plan […]
CFN – As was anticipated to be the case at several U.S./Canada borders today, the Idle No More movement, known as the Turtle Island Movement to some, demonstrated along the International border that passes through the Akwesasne Mohawk territory between Cornwall and Rooseveltown. Estimates of the crowd size vary, but average around 1,000 participants including […]
CFN – Cornwall Ontario Firefighters were called to put out a car fire on Prince Arthur Street Saturday afternoon. No injuries were reported although traffic was blocked for a period of time as a precaution. The cause was not confirmed as of press time. If you see news happen email us at info@cornwallfreenews.com or call […]
CFN – Over 1.000 peaceful protesters walked through Akwesasne and over the Seaway International Bridge to Cornwall Ontario on a beautiful sunny Saturday. The National Idle No More protest hit our area against Bill C 45 and in support of Chief Theresa Spence and her hunger strike. No incidents were reported. Protesters heading back over […]
CFN – This Column of “Spirits in Unity” is being published by CFN for the community of Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry. Thanks to all those who have approached me to say that they enjoy reading this column. Knowing that someone is reading the column encourages me to keep writing about my learning experience with horsemanship. […]
CFN – It was a very special night in Cornwall Ontario Thursday January 3, 2012. Over 100 people; many seniors that had worked at the Cornwall General Hospital came out to a public meeting to try and understand how the facility seemed to be sneakily being sold in the dark of winter under the […]
[emailpetition id=”1″] [signaturelist id=”1″] It’s that simple. After a stunning meeting at the RCAFA Wing last night I have decided to ask the public to speak up and ask CCH Management and the Champlain LHIN to hold off on the sale of the Cornwall General hospital site for 90 days to allow for the […]
CFN – The Prime Minister’s announcement today that he will be meeting with First Nations leaders on January 11th sets the stage for discussions that can provide meaningful progress on First Nations issues. It was not an unexpected move as both the government and the AFN need to limit the growth of the “Idle No More” […]
CFN – The Cornwall Police are warning the public about the Idle No More March across the Seaway International Bridge Saturday January 5th starting at approximately 10 AM. IDLE NO MORE PROTEST ACTIVITY Cornwall, ON- On Saturday, January 5th, 2013 at approximately 10:00 a.m., an Idle No More Protest Activity will be taking place […]
CFN – I had a chance to sit down with Cornwall Ontario City Councilor Bernadette Clement and talk about her new gig as Co-Chair of the Ontario Liberal Leadership Convention. A mighty honour indeed, and something for Cornwallites to be proud of. We also talked about the buzz that she herself will be the candidate […]
CFN – There are only 5 months left on the lease of the RCAFA Wing in Cornwall Ontario. VP Mark A MacDonald stated that they group is about to present a proposal for a lease extension that includes letters of support from area VIP’s like MP Guy Lauzon to the St. Lawrence Seaway Authority. […]
CFN – I was never much of a fan of Gérard Depardieu. I always found him a ham, loud, as though acting to him was YELLING which while an element in the pantheon of acting is not the norm. Well Mr. Depardieu looks like he’s about to become a Citizen and passport holder of Russia […]
Each and everyday we should count our blessings, particularly when we can communicate with friends and family. There are however many who do not have this privilege. They are our elderly seniors living in retirement homes with little to no financial aid. They are the hearing impaired. Their daily lives are wrapped in silence, unable […]
CFN – Local farmers, co-ops, food businesses, distributors and Student Nutrition providers will gather at the first-ever Student Nutrition – Local Food Connections event on Wednesday, January 30, 2013 starting at 9 a.m. at South Nation Conservation, Finch. This free event will kick off with an introduction to Student Nutrition Programming in Stormont-Dundas-Glengarry (“Healthy Eating for Better […]
BREACHES Cornwall, ON- Kyle Shaver, 26 of Cornwall was arrested on December 31st, 2012. He was bound by a Recognizance with the conditions of obey a curfew between the hours of 9pm to 6am and not to associate with anyone with a criminal record. It is alleged that on December 31st, 2012 shortly after […]
CFN – I remember my first year with CFN. I asked all the leaders of Federal parties for an interview. Elizabeth May kindly granted me some time. The late Jack Layton called me at home personally for an awesome interview. Michael Ignatieff’s people couldn’t be bothered to return two requests, but Stephen […]