Port Matters by Frances Kennedy franceskennedy782@gmail.com Signs of spring that are particular to Port are spectacular to us; the pier gates are open; Mackies is serving up fries; and even the sight of the lift bridge stopping traffic is uplifting! Mother Nature, the
What’s next for what’s best for the future of Erie Rest Beach? Council voted against ‘paving paradise’, the upshot? Cr. Graham suggested bringing another motion for another study forward for options. Since a parking strategy was conducted in 2022, the administration would require Council to provide direction. It’s anyone’s guess, but the presentations by Ed Finlan and Jodi Burness, supported by a delegation of vocal opponents, suggest that the foreseeable future of Erie Rest Beach has been resolved as is, at last. The Strong Mayor’s Act to fast-track Ontario provincial pri- orities like homebuilding and infrastructure is slated for 169 municipalities in May, including MCE and surrounding municipalities. Enhanced accountability requires equivalent authority. The Act is not meant to replace consensus but simply to ensure priorities don’t stall through serial slow motions. Veto power can be overridden by a majority of Council. Surprise is also the modus operandi of the leader of our once closest ally, who is motivated by malevolence untouched by intelligence. Fear foments division; optimism inspires unity. The Atlantic heralds Trump tariffs as ‘Dividing America, Uniting Canada’; in the face of looming fascism next door, solidarity is a fortress against attacks on our sovereignty. What does this mean for Port? We don’t live in a bubble; fierce solidarity is critical at this momentous moment. Canada looks like a leader in a new world order, and the world is watching. Whatever our election rhetoric was, as of April 28, 2025, we have elected our leader. My great, late father often said: “Once you decide, what you do after can make it right.” Defending the democracy for which our forefathers fought now requires we make it right. When we practice our best future, we create it.
grande dame of surprise, reigns supreme; as of this writing, snow is swirling! What’s not to love about those ‘Port peeps’ who sport toques, gloves, jackets, shorts, and sandals ensembles; or enjoy having coffee ‘alfreezco’ on Bridge Street? Heritage Port Stanley had an executive turnover. Chair David Russell and Vice-Chair Nora Sanders have undertaken an oral histories project to capture the life and times of local luminaries who are willing to share their stories and perspectives on events of historic interest. To date, they’ve met eight, and are keen for more. Suggestions? Please contact dave3000@bell.net or norahome@rogers.com. Congratulations and many thanks to PS Swans for the $600 contribution to the PS Food Bank! Kudos to The Art Emporium, which hosted David Goodwin’s wonderful Mix & Mingle on April 13th! Great Scott! A Murder Mystery Night is planned for June 20th upstairs at the arena to support the Bandshell! (Great Gatsby attire!) 6 to 9 pm, Full buffet at 7 pm. Live music! Dancing at 9 pm. $100/pp Cash bar. Contact psbfc@outlook.com for tickets!
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