Rewriting History or correcting old wrongs Dear Editor, At the end of a stressful day of lockdown with a wife who now qualifies for sainthood, I often relax on my favorite reclining chair in the family room to watch the news and update myself on what’s happening in the world. After hearing the latest news on COVID-19 and all its ramifications, I then hear the devastating news that Mr. Potato Head is now becoming a gender neutral toy and going by the derogatory title of just

Santa Wayne Dear Editor, On March 7, at Furley’s Bakery & Butcher shop in Hudson, I experienced a Random Act of Kindness during this COVID-19 distance-respecting time. In shopping for sausages, I realized my purse was in my parked car so I would return to pay and pick up my order. In the meantime, I waited for my friend who accompanied me to be served. Next thing a young man told me that he had paid for my order, so I need not go for my purse. This man said he was Santa. It t

Push for Pickleball Dear Editor, Hudson has issued a questionnaire to its citizens to make known any requests they may have. I urge my fellow Hudsonites to request for public pickleball courts. The town plays badminton in the winter in the school... they should also play pickleball. Some public outdoor courts should be made. Pickleball is a very popular sport nowadays, much more than badminton. It is suitable for all ages up to 90 years old. Young children can play too. Hudso

By Jacob Roloff PHOTO BY DAMON ROLOFF Ingredients 1 cup Guinness stout 1/2 cup salted butter, cubed 2 cups sugar 3/4 cup baking cocoa 2 large eggs, beaten, room temperature 2/3 cup sour cream 3 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 cups all-purpose flour 1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda Icing 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened 1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream Directions Preheat oven to 350°. Grease a 9-inch sp

By C.J. Maxwell PHOTO BY DAMON ROLOFF Irish pork pies We may not be celebrating St. Patrick’s Day this year in traditional fashion but you can still mark the day with some Irish food. If you’ve done the stew and soda bread route and want to try something new, these delicious little pies are just the ticket and can be adapted for the vegetarians in the family as well. Ingredients 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1-1/4 cups reduced-sodium chicken or veggie broth 2 pounds ground pork (

PHOTO COURTESY ANIMATCH Jersey, a 4 1/2-year-old female Australian Shepherd, had a hard time coping when she was given up because of illness in her family. She was nervous and started displaying unacceptable behaviour. She has now spent some time at École de Formations Intervenants canins du Québec, and has made great progress. Training has provided a boost to her confidence. But, this is only the beginning. Australian Shepherds are smart and energetic. They need to exercise

By Rod Hodgson PHOTO COURTESY ROD HODGSON At the age of 104, Hudson resident Stan Sepchuk – pictured here with the late Maxine Bredt about three years ago – is the Legion’s most senior veteran and recently received his COVID-19 vaccination. This is just a reminder of what we posted last week. The two owners who operate Reni Decors & Antiques, Renata and Patrick, are donating 10 per cent of all their sales between February 17 and March 31 to the Legion. Their store is located

By Nick Zacharias PHOTO COURTESY KEN DORAN Irish-born Fiona O’Brien (pictured), along with Joey Elias (Everyday Joe on Global), Rodney Ramsey (Just for Laughs), Leonard Yelle (Almost Irish), Abdul Butt (This hour has 22 minutes) and Harrison Weib, will bring her hard-hitting comedy to a 90-minute show to support local area charities. Saint-Patrick’s Day is just around the corner, and much like last year, the pandemic has put a damper on public gatherings (which is, traditiona

By Carmen Marie Fabio PHOTO BY CARMEN MARIE FABIO The burnt-out shell of a vandalized excavator (background) sits at a property on 64th Avenue in Notre-Dame-de-l’Île-Perrot where a contested housing development is currently under construction. Given the recent spate of protests over a 17-house development, it was a relatively sedate Notre-Dame-de-l’Île-Perrot council meeting, again held via Zoom due to COVID-19 restrictions. Mayor Danie Deschênes opened the meeting by address

By John Jantak THE JOURNAL FILE PHOTO/MONIQUE BISSONNETTE The ability to build on lots which are on a private road is the issue up for review over the next few months by the Saint-Lazare mayor and councillors. Saint-Lazare Mayor Robert Grimaudo announced at the March 9, Tuesday evening council meeting that a decision regarding the adoption of By-law 1095 which will enhance the protection of the town’s remaining forest canopy will be made within the next three to four months.