A letter to political hopefuls
October 10, 2019
Dear Aspiring Politician, As the spouse of a Liberal supporter, I have a few things to say to those of you on the campaign trail. In my home there …
Category: Soapbox
No one likes decluttering, despite what Marie Kondo says
September 19, 2019
Clutter is my nemesis. Having kids and a small home (but not a tiny home) means too much stuff — all the time. How do I deal with the …
Community Soapbox: Eco-friendly habits passed down through the generations
September 17, 2019
My parents have been eco-conscious their entire lives. Some of my childhood friends classed my parents as hippies. They love music (rock, blues, anything good really.) They grew large …
Opinion: Kingston’s ban on election signs a partisan tactic
July 18, 2019
Editorial note: The following is a press release issued by Ruslan Yakoviychuk, Conservative candidate for Kingston and the Islands in the upcoming federal election. As an opinion piece, we …
Letter: Kingston and area have out of control cat breeding crisis
May 14, 2019
Dear editor, While I am not currently officially associated with any rescue, in the past I have volunteered as the Foster/Adoption Coordinator for the Spay Neuter Kingston Initiative …
Letter from a ‘Hockey Mom’ regarding Kingston’s loss of the Voyageurs
March 22, 2019
Editorial note: The following is a letter submitted to Kingstonist following the news that the Kingston Voyageurs team is being sold and moved to Collingwood. I’ve been …
Why the term ‘shop local’ matters
December 10, 2018
Written by Judy Christian Everyone has heard different groups and cities touting the ‘Shop Local’ message, but why does it actually matter? When you shop in downtown Kingston, you …
The benefits and drawbacks of Kingston Transit’s Audible Route Identifier
November 29, 2018
Written by Phillip Stafford Over the years I have had many chances to travel on Kingston Transit, and have been regularly surprised by some of the innovations and changes …
Good Samaritan Policy would improve student safety
September 26, 2018
Written by Aaron Bailey In response to the worsening opioid overdose crisis, medical professionals and community activists have recommended addressing substance use, misuse and abuse as health issues through …
Community Soapbox: When candidates come knocking, here’s what to ask them
August 14, 2018
Written by Brandon Tozzo Kingston’s municipal election is in October, and most campaigns are just getting off the ground. Thus far, unlike the casino in the last election, there …
Coalition Raises Alarm on OMB Prehearings
November 19, 2017
The Coalition of Kingston Communities (CKC) is on the alert in response to applications to the OMB by local developers that challenge the provisions of the Official Plan. Homestead …
Community Soapbox: Adrift Amongst the Waves
May 31, 2017
Today was a day much like any other; I woke, pondered, and set out to discover another adventure. Finding myself creatively inspired by the newly increased shorelines, I walked …