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Sparrows and woodpeckers
Frances Legault offers a guide on identifying the many sparrows and woodpeckers that can be found in our area
This column is a special feature to help you identify different species of Sparrows and Woodpeckers in and around the… Continue reading “Sparrows and woodpeckers”

Grandparents’ Day recognizes increasingly critical social role
National Grandparents’ Day is observed every year on the second Sunday of September. This year it fell on September 8…. Continue reading “Grandparents’ Day recognizes increasingly critical social role”

Neighbourhoods are works-in-progress
I heard someone say when talking about the City of Ottawa that it will be nice once it’s finished! Is… Continue reading “Neighbourhoods are works-in-progress”

Where the ‘street’ has no name, but deep meaning
Confucius is believed to have said the strength of a nation derives from the integrity of a home. Who can… Continue reading “Where the ‘street’ has no name, but deep meaning”

Let’s try to contribute to an increase in civility
From rocketing food and gas prices and growing inflation to higher interest rates and soaring crime rates, everything around us… Continue reading “Let’s try to contribute to an increase in civility”

Managing your dog’s separation anxiety
Navigating separation anxiety in dogs can be an emotional rollercoaster for both pet and guardian alike. The mere mention of… Continue reading “Managing your dog’s separation anxiety”

A community lived through the pages
This Douglas Cornish essay celebrates the Chronicle's 75th anniversary by examining its role in the community
Everything is local. Politics certainly is, as are newspapers. Yes, newspapers still do exist. The Globe and Mail, New York… Continue reading “A community lived through the pages”

