Well folks, my journey of Cold Water Swimming continues. It’s been a year now, and I can’t tell you how invigorating it is and how emboldened you become. You are in such a fantastic position living in dear Kingsville. I smile when I think of Kingsville and the “Meet me […]
Letters
The Monarchs Have Arrived!
Dear Editor, There are hundreds of monarch butterflies that make their way here around the second and third weeks of September, and land in our large trees in the back of our yards, close to Lake Erie. The monarchs began landing in our trees 4 years ago in 2019, and […]
Joan Murray Barton’s Cold Water Swimming Adventure Continues
I’ve been having a blast on this journey of Cold Water Swimming this last year and the journey continues. I love it! In April I decided to get up and swim at dawn every day in memory of our son Graham whose birthday was in April. Not only did I […]
Let’s Be Honest
What is happening in our county with the housing market? Recently, my husband and I put in an offer for a lakefront property in Kingsville. We offered $50,000 less than the list price. With an all cash offer, no contingencies and closing within a week if needed, it was a […]
Compassion and Understanding Make Life Easier for the Disabled
I’m a disabled member of this community and I’ve had many not so great experiences in this town — a lot by service providers, due to my disability. My family and even disabled friends and I have faced a lot of discrimination. It really makes me question why I wanted […]
E.L.K. Energy Responds to Recent News and Social Media Posts
There’s been some controversy in newsprint and social media in the last week or so in regard to a compliance order laid by the OEB (Ontario Energy Board) against E.L.K. ENERGY in the amount of $5000. There’s confusion on the nature of this fine. The fine relates to an Audit […]
Privatization Proposal for the Ambassador Bridge
Dear Editor: The current plan to have car traffic using the Ambassador Bridge, with all truck traffic moving to the new Gordie Howe Bridge, may not be legal under US law. It would appear that both spans will be competing for the profitable tolls. Truck traffic in West Windsor is […]
Habitat for Humanity’s 3D-Printed Home Project
Dear Editor, I’m interested in contacting any Habitat for Humanity volunteers from Kingsville. My interest is with discussing the 3D-printed house scheduled to be built in Leamington. I’ve been involved with our local Central Arizona Habitat for Humanity build of our 3D-printed house here, and since Kingsville is our old […]
In Praise of Cold Water Swimming
My name is Joan Murray Barton, born and raised in Kingsville. My parents were Douglas and Leila Murray, and I had a brother John. I am a retired RN living in the bush here on the Bruce Peninsula for the past 17 years and loving every minute. What I would […]
Journey to Kingsville
Google tells us that the distance from Toronto to Kingsville is 361 km with a driving time of 3 hours and 46 minutes, that is, of course, if you’re not tempted to stop by the colourful and bountiful roadside vegetable markets. This journey to Kingsville, however, is a six decade […]