Lee Griffi

Lee Griffi is a freelance journalist who has worked in several Vista Radio markets over the past two and a half years. A graduate of Fanshawe College, his first role in the media was in Stratford at the original CJCS as a newscaster/reporter where he eventually became news director. He moved on to a long career in corporate communications, mainly in health care roles and even ran a retirement home for a year in an interim role. In addition to his work at Vista, Lee writes for a number of newspapers in Southern Ontario. He can be reached at lgriffi@vistaradio.ca.

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Survey shows municipal election candidates strongly oppose ALTO rail project

A group opposing the federal government’s proposed high-speed rail project has released preliminary survey results showing significant opposition among municipal election candidates in Eastern Ontario.

Faraday Township meets the moose-sized mayor’s challenge with $500 donation

Faraday Township has answered the Town of Bancroft’s Moose-Sized Mayor's Challenge, becoming the first neighbouring municipality to step forward in support of the North Hastings Community Cupboard with a $500 donation.

‘Voter beware’: AI in municipal politics is a wild west

Voters can no longer believe what they see and can’t assume the message in their inboxes or social media feeds are legitimate, according to one of Canada’s top tech experts.

Jenkins challenging neighbouring communities to raise cash for community cupboard

The challenge has been issued to the municipalities of Hastings Highlands, Faraday, Carlow/Mayo, Wollaston, Tudor/Cashel and Limerick.

Town of Bancroft thanks couple for donation

The Town of Bancroft has recognized Frank and Wendy Melanson for their generosity and important contribution to the community.

Town of Bancroft pens letter to province over OPP costing concerns

The town has sent a letter to the Office of the Solicitor General, noting that Bancroft has experienced policing costs that have become the single largest uncontrollable pressure on its annual operating budget.

Area MP ready for fall sitting of the House of Commons

The Member of Parliament for Hastings–Lennox and Addington–Tyendinaga said her party will focus on issues within its control during the fall sitting in the nation’s capital.

Bancroft museum marks International Peace Day with a soft launch of renovations

The Canadian Peace Museum is showing off its new renovations later today as it holds a soft launch while at the same time educating the public about Rohingya culture.

Hastings Highlands celebrates 25 years as a municipality

The municipality was created through the amalgamation of five former township governments: the United Townships of Bangor, Wicklow and McClure, the Township of Herschel and the Township of Monteagle.

Ice, ice baby: Town says NHCC will be available next week

The installation of ice was pushed back due to the delay of a part for the ice-making system coming from south of the border.

Area United Way launching 2026 fundraising campaign

United Way of Hastings and Prince Edward has set a lofty goal for its new fundraising campaign set to kick off on Monday. The local not-for-profit is hoping to raise $2.5 million.

No ice at North Hastings Community Centre sends user groups out of town

Bancroft Minor Hockey and other user groups of the North Hastings Community Centre are using ice in Highlands East while the town awaits the installation of a new cooling plant.

Town of Bancroft preparing for fall municipal election

The town will use a new system for the second time allowing residents to cast their votes online or by telephone only.

County recognizes Wilson for 25 years of service

Hastings County paid tribute to a long-term employee today.

Town of Bancroft has a pricey pigeon problem

The town of Bancroft has a bird problem at one of its buildings and will spend over $20,000 to clean it up.

Town of Bancroft prepares for increased policing costs

Council voted this week to send the province an open letter outlining its concerns over the rising costs.
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Friends For Dinner has a seat at the table for everyone

The Sunday night fixture has welcomed community members for 107 Sundays in a row, with a Thanksgiving meal this weekend.

Survey shows municipal election candidates strongly oppose ALTO rail project

A group opposing the federal government’s proposed high-speed rail project has released preliminary survey results showing significant opposition among municipal election candidates in Eastern Ontario.

Sharing can alleviate ever increasing community cupboard numbers

Officials at the community cupboard say food bank and meal program numbers are continually climbing and they need support to keep up with ever-growing needs.

Give some thanks to safe driving this holiday weekend

Police say Thanksgiving weekends have the second highest number of fatalities among all long weekends in Ontario.

Take precautions to prevent mosquito and tick bites throughout the fall

As the weather gets colder, health officials say there will be fewer mosquitoes, but ticks can be found at any time of the year.
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