10 Years ago
Community heroes come out for Rick Hansen Relay
The Review, October 26, 2011 – LACHUTE – It wasn’t the familiar face of Canadian icon Rick Hansen who rolled through downtown Lachute on October 24, it was the faces of local, everyday heroes, many of whom have overcome great struggles in their fight for mobility and equal access. Vankleek Hill native Joey Desjardins is an inspirational young medal-bearer who was chosen to join the relay based on his fortitude and the role be plays in inspiring others in his community.
25 Years Ago
No magic bullet for flicker
The Review, October , 1996 – HAWKESBURY – The problem of wavering lights through the region is caused by the particularities of the area’s electrical network and the demands of the Ivaco Rolling Mills steel plant, according to an Ontario Hydro study. The study showed the operation of the arc furnace at Ivaco has an effect on the region’s electrical system, but modifications can be carried out to correct the problem.
50 Years Ago
Belanger wins MPP election
The Review, October 27, 1971 – PRESCOTT-RUSSELL – Prescott-Russell went the way of the province Thursday, with PC incumbent J. Albert Belanger more than doubling the votes of the Liberal candidate. “I’m not surprised with my win or that of the party, but I didn’t think it would be this decisive,” Belanger said.
75 Years Ago
Radio station planned for Hawkesbury
The Review, October 31, 1946 – HAWKESBURY – A group of businessmen headed by Mr. Harry Greenspon are organizing the establishment of a radio broadcasting station in Hawkesbury. The preliminary work in obtaining consent is much advanced and Mr. Greenspon hopes to have definite news on the matter at an early date.
100 Years Ago
Politics getting hot in Prescott County
The Review, October 28, 1921 – PRESCOTT COUNTY – Following the nomination of Mr. Binette as the Farmer candidate for this county, there appears to be a good deal of dissatisfaction regarding the makeup of the delegates at the nomination which brought him out. Alfred, Plantagenet, Longeuil is reported to have had a good many more representatives than was originally intended. The Review is credibly informed that a new nominating convention will be held in VANKLEEK HILL on November 3.
125 Years Ago
MPP will not be SDG Sheriff
The Review, October 30, 1896 – ALEXANDRIA – The rumour current in the country press is that Mr. Evanturel, MPP, is a candidate for the vacant office of Sheriff of Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry, is denied on the best of authority.
