CFN – Another car crash marred the 2nd & Belmont interchange in Cornwall Ontario – Resident Todd Lauzon sent in these photos. It’s been the fourth accident he’s seen at this corner in his one year of living there. One person was reported to be taken awayContinue Reading
CFN – For someone that is alleged to shy away from controversy as was claimed last night by Howard Galganov at South Stormont Council SD&SG MP Guy Lauzon had no problem supporting Motion 312 which would’ve opened up debate on Abortion. Guy Lauzon Stormont—Dundas—South Glengarry, ON Mr. Speaker, I have aContinue Reading
CFN – It was an historic and emotional night at South Stormont Ontario Council. After a near 20 minute presentation from language activist Howard Galganov council voted unanimously to pass a new by law that categorically states that in South Stormont Ontario businesses can put any language they wish on theirContinue Reading
CFN – SD&SG MPP Jim McDonell seems to have got it right this time. No press conference or announcement, but a second and more acceptable apology was given to Frank Dimant of the Bnai Brith by the MPP after a storm was whipped up over his statement at Queen’s ParkContinue Reading
CFN – Justin Trudeau according to media reports this morning will be announcing his leadership bid for the Liberal Party of Canada. It’s not a surprise. What will be surprising will be the results. It won’t be a coronation; but pretty darn close. Some names will toss their hatsContinue Reading
CFN – Do you see your surroundings as your community? Do you feel connected to that spider who has taken up residence on your front porch or the tree in your backyard? “We abuse land because we regard it as a commodity belonging to us. When we see land asContinue Reading
CFN – Bright and early last Monday morning, some members and supporters of the area’s Language Fairness for All group descended upon Cornwall Community Hospital in a demonstration designed to coincide with a three day hospital accreditation site visit. CCH Board Chairperson Helene Periard escorted the four member inspection teamContinue Reading
CFN – No, the Canadian Navy did not invade Cornwall Ontario Tuesday morning, but the frigate HMCS Ville de Quebec arrived at 11 a.m.. Andre Rivette, acting mayor, welcomed the ship. Grand Chief Mitchell of the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne was there too. The HMCS Charlottetown, a sister ship asContinue Reading
CFN– This amazing photograph is from area photographer Calvin Hansen. His shot of “Fall Mums” will hopefully brighten your day as well as it did mine! You don’t have to be from Cornwall to submit your photo or video of the day. Email them to us at info@cornwallfreenews.com AndContinue Reading
CFN – Eric Grenier has tabulated that Members Statements in the House of Commons under Standing Order 31 or simply SO 31s as we normally refer to them are considerably more partisan than in the past. Eric put together an interesting piece that highlights this and points the finger atContinue Reading
CFN – Cornwall Ontario City Council’s concept to fool the public into thinking that it’d finally grew some population by simply changing their signs to accommodate area population was rejected by the Province. Led by one of their most disconnected councilors, Syd Gardiner, the concept was to just add in areas; maybeContinue Reading
CFN– Following an ongoing investigation in connection with a fatal motor vehicle collision, which occurred 23Sept12 on McCormick Road, North Glengarry Township, SD&G OPP have charged the driver of the vehicle involved. Kevin MENARD (25yrs old of South Glengarry Township) faces two charges of: – Dangerous Operation Causing Death – MotorContinue Reading
CFN – I can’t believe September is almost over! It’s been a totally crazy month and is always one of my faves! It’s also the time to have your business, service, event, or organization noticed and there is no better value or place for you to accomplish your goals thanContinue Reading
CFN – The Ottawa International Animation Festival (OIAF) came to an end Sunday, with closing ceremonies held at the National Arts Centre. Organizers announced the winners of the official competition during the ceremonies. This year’s event, held September 19th-23rd, was a tremendous success with packed screenings, sold out workshops, high profile networkingContinue Reading
CFN – This Column of “Spirits in Unity” is being published by CFN for the community of Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry. Part 2 Confidence “Fools Rush in Where Wise Men Fear To Tread.” There is a great saying from Pat Parelli that sums up what I want to talk aboutContinue Reading
CFN – One day I happened to meet a lady I had known for years. We spoke of many things, but then the conversation turned to serious matters such as how hard some seniors were finding it making ends meet. She herself shared with me that she had a prescriptionContinue Reading
In Politics, Business and even during our home lives there are a few basic components of successful LEADERSHIP! Cornwall, Ontario’s lack of progressive political leadership is not only clearly evident, but is also seriously failing us in many basic functions! Lack of Communication Transparency is the hottest word passed aroundContinue Reading
CFN– Cornwall Ontario woke up to having its own brand new spanking Arts Council. It was mostly a bureaucratic and governmental exercise. Led by City Councilor Denis Thibault the initiative was then passed on to the Community Futures office and via a one year contract to Bruce Davis. François Désormeaux of SDSGContinue Reading