I’ve read that somewhere…
By Diane Johnston As I rooted through a box of books this summer, I came across a paperback copy of D.H. Lawrence’s Sons and Lovers. Judging by the date I’d …
Editorial cartoon for Nov. 20, 2019:
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Our three cultures and more
The arrival of the annual Village Noël November 21 to 23 gives us all an opportunity to celebrate the cultural diversity of this region, and the notable quality of the …
Grapes lines
By Steven Larocque The Speaker’s web poll this week was about the firing of Don Cherry from Coach’s Corner on Hockey Night in Canada. As of this writing, the poll …
Editorial cartoon for Nov. 13, 2019:
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Words on Remembrance
A gentleman who lives in New Liskeard gave The Speaker a call Monday afternoon, November 11. He told us he was drinking his coffee just before 11 a.m. on Remembrance …
A true hell for many
By Darlene Wroe While winter is settling down on us, most of us are still warm and safe, with access to food and the necessities of life. It’s a comment …
Editorial cartoon for Nov. 6, 2019:
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Gratitude and determination
There are few veterans left from World War II, but we are very appreciative of those who are still here to guide us with their wisdom and their personal experiences …
Treats and votes
By Steven Larocque Writing this missive on Halloween night, it’s interesting to look out the window once in a while and see the little kids being taken to downtown stores …