It’s not just a concussion

Eighteen-year-old Connor O’Callaghan lay unconscious on the side of Rideau River Road. He had overdosed on cocaine. His body was almost lifeless, except for...

Welcome to… Kemptawa?

Swiss Chalet, or no Swiss Chalet? This is a question that doesn’t just cause curiosity, it also causes fierce debate amongst locals about whether...

Systemic Discrimination

submitted by Zara Zrudlo In recent years, there has been a lot of discussion about discrimination and working towards equity. Equity is a very intangible...

No such thing as unbiased media

Last week, a copy of a free independent newspaper called “Druthers” found its way into the office building where the Times is headquartered. I...
The NG Times Newspaper

Can an employee be fired for one incident of sexual harassment?

by Anne-Marie Langan An employee recently sued their employer for wrongful dismissal after he was terminated from his employment for having slapped a female co-worker’s...
The NG Times Newspaper

When a winning candidate is a loser

by David Herman Every candidate for public office should have a statement: “I’m running because…”, that clearly lays out the candidate’s reasons for running. History...

Skilled Trades jobs among the most in-demand for 2022

“To learn a skilled trade is to have a job for life.” That is the pitch that the Government of Ontario and many in...

Thinking inside the box with a shipping container home

A North Grenville resident is stepping outside (or inside) the box when it comes to building a home. Nicole Stephens first got interested in tiny...

Fleeing the Russian monster

by Olena Usovich February 24, 2022. In the early hours of the morning, Russia began a full-scale invasion of Ukraine - an independent, sovereign state....

Time to support your local businesses

by Shelley Mitchell The roller coaster ride of the pandemic hit me hard, and my emotional wellbeing hit an all-time low last week. I came...