Vengance has no place in council chambers February 1, 2012
There’s been plenty of times we’ve heard residents direct some fairly pointed statements at Stratford city council, and at times, such...
Trustees need to hear all opinions before voting January 25, 2012
After extensive research and analysis, members of Stratford’s accommodation review committee came to the conclusion that a second dual track...
Oil sands arguments could fall on deaf ears January 19, 2012
Last week’s scrambling by the federal government to quell the uproar from border-crossing and off-shore same-sex pairings appeared to quell...
Splash pad project inches closer to a reality January 11, 2012
With snow finally falling and the colder temperatures rolling in, beating the summer heat is probably the last thing on our minds. But for the...
A busy year behind us, another one ahead December 28, 2011
If we’re to dwell on the past – as we often like to do this time of the year – and consider the city’s many...
Hoping everyone has a safe holiday season December 22, 2011
Christmas is more often than not a time of joy, but it can also be a time of tragedy. The saddest part is that many times the tragedy can be...
Shopping local is the gift that keeps giving December 8, 2011
Holiday shoppers making their lists and checking them twice. Unfortunately, some of them – too many of them – will dash right on...
Stiffer penalties needed for drunk drivers December 1, 2011
The Stratford Police Services and Perth County OPP launched their joint RIDE program last week, and while it’s always reassuring to know...
The gift of giving doesn’t have to cost a thing November 24, 2011
As we slowly descend into the Christmas season – which will probably creep up on us quickly despite our attempts at preparation – we...
