Can’t see the forest for the pleas

Gerry Oldham hosts block picnic at King Street Parkette in June 2014.

Just over a week ago, my neighbour Gerry Oldham stopped by. She was on her way home from attending Uxbridge Township Council. She looked glum. When I asked her what was wrong, she got even more upset.

“Our park’s been declared surplus,” she said, her voice emotional. (more…)