Editorial

With increasing pressures in our professional, family and social lives, it seems we’ve become a generation of “yes” men and women. We want to please everyone all of the time. We don’t want to rock the boat. We don’t want to create tension. We don’t want to disappoint. So, we say “yes” when what we really should say is “no.”
The word “no” is viewed as being negative and so, the consequences of saying it are often viewed as being negative too.
But sometimes, saying “no” is the only thing that makes sense. Sometimes, saying “no” can be a good thing.

Hawkesbury council is at it – again.
If you read this paper or attend/watch Hawkesbury council meetings, you know exactly what we’re talking about -- arguing.
At the council meeting held on Monday, March 4, tempers flared and insults flew once again. This time, the issue up for discussion was a staff recommendation to consider building a new marina, not only to accommodate this summer’s Poker Run 2013 and Ottawa River Festival, but to further the town’s efforts to make Hawkesbury a tourist destination.

In the editorial that appeared in the February 13 edition of The Review, we talked about the need for economic development and tourism in Prescott-Russell.
We pointed out that both have been priorities for all levels of government for quite some time now, but both also continue to present challenges for municipalities. We noted that it’s time to stop talking about economic development and tourism and start taking action to come up with a concrete plan to make our region an attractive place to live, work and play.