DEVELOPING – In a special session today of Cornwall City Council it was decided to move forward at full speed with the 3 plus 1 arena project. With such luminaries as Scott Lecky & Joe Gunn in the audience the presentation, discussion, and debate lasted nearly three hours. We’re busyContinue Reading
Maple Leaf Dinner / Dîner Maple Leaf For the Federal Liberal Association / pour l’Association Libérale Fédérale Stormont Dundas South Glengarry Thursday, October 8th, 2009 at 6PM / le jeudi le 8 octobre 2009 à 18h00 at the / au Best Western Parkway Inn, Cornwall Tickets / Billets – $125.00Continue Reading
The sun stayed away until the end of the show. A busy Sunday crowd were treated to over the 100 + exhibitors at The Cornwall Chamber of Commerce’s Fall Home & Harvest Show. Carmen from Strathmore Orchard & Winery passes out the samples. Theresa Loiselle from Epicure SelectionsContinue Reading
Now that Autumn is upon us it’s time to get ready for the highest of high holidays on the Queer calendar, Saturday, October 31st. Yup, that’s right, Halloween is coming fast and Pride/Fierté Cornwall is celebrating with our Halloween Hullabaloo! We’re going all out for this one by staging itContinue Reading
One more day left to enjoy the sights and sounds of The Cornwall Chamber of Commerce 2009 Fall Home & Harvest Show. Over 90 exhibitors from RV’s to Donuts there’s something for everyone. If you missed the Turkey Dinner preparation it’s on again today from 1PM. Here’s a clip ofContinue Reading
I’m live here at the show! The place is already buzzing and the weather is perfect to come on down to this family friendly event. Tom Manley of HOMESTEAD ORGANICS has his booth set up with information and products. You can take home some Organic pasta for supper or someContinue Reading
We need helpers here at The Cornwall Free News. I’m trying to figure out how to be at all the events I want to cover, write the stories that need to be written, and somehow chase down some new sponsors! Today you can find me at The 2009 Home &Continue Reading
I had the opportunity to sit down with Scott Lecky and talk Cornwall. From the 3 Plus One Arena project; to sports; to unemployment in Cornwall (he’s hiring) the Bridge Crisis, and even politics. Interesting guy and as soon as I can decipher my notes, and he emails me inContinue Reading
We at The Cornwall Free News want to help promote the Arts in our area. We’re proud to print Ms Carolyn Thompson’s winning poem from this years Cornwall Public Library and Regional Writer’s Society Awards. “In 1784 a group of people came to begin new lives in what is nowContinue Reading
CORNWALL – He beats people up with a 2×4 and the fans love him for it. Now Hacksaw Jim Duggan is returning to Cornwall tonight for a wrestling match at Murphy’s Inn. The show starts at 7:30pm. He’s the only wrestler to knock out Andre the Giant. “Knocking out AndreContinue Reading
Chefs Prepare For Thanksgiving With Thanksgiving fast approaching, The Chamber’s Fall Home & Harvest Show team of talented chefs have got some tasty ideas as families plan that special dinner. While many of us have a traditional recipe we bring out each fall, perhaps a little innovation is in orderContinue Reading
That’s our mantra – Spend Locally – Advertise Locally. If you like what you experience here on The Cornwall Free News please remember all of our advertisers and sponsors who make this happen. No Sponsors, No Site! We want to add our new Online radio station for October so pleaseContinue Reading
Native Cornwall resident Nick Seguin has finished his training and is now officially an ecoENERGY advisor. This is one of the few government incentive programs that actually has a big bang for the buck. After having your home tested to show where improvements can be made to save energy, andContinue Reading
No Article Home Article Not Found Article Not Found We’re sorry. The article you are looking for cannot be found. That’s what I’m getting when looking for an article or two of late on the Standard Free Holder. Previously they would just bury a story, but now they are removingContinue Reading
Wow, was all I can say. I wanted to surprise my lovely wife on our 2nd Wedding Anniversary. It coming on a Tuesday night my first inclination was to go out to Montreal and spoil her, but Gaye Adams of the DBIA keeps telling me to “Spend Locally” as muchContinue Reading
Compact Fluorescent Lights – Are they Worth the Investment? Compact Fluorescent Lights, or CFLs, are becoming more and more popular as they become cheaper to buy and more reliable. Most people are familiar with them now – they are the ones which look like a spiral. Compared to the old styleContinue Reading
It was a big night for the 3 + One Arena fund raising team. They presented City Council with a cheque for $21,255.81 from their Golf Tourney and announced a $50,000 commitment from the Rotary Club bringing their cume to over $750,000.00. Amazing for a city our size and itContinue Reading
For a city our size we do some things very well. This weekend the 2009 Fall Home & Harvest show rolls out the red carpet for Visitors and Residents alike. Over 150 booths with events, services, and products with something to inspire everyone! Get to meet and greet area businesses,Continue Reading