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95-year-old Ontario skier still enjoying the slopes with family
Doris Pierson, 95, skis at Sir Sam's near Eagle Lake in Haliburton with four generations of her family; she first skied more than 80 years ago and has also taught at Whistler.
Drop in property and persons crimes in Vauxhall in New Year
Vauxhall RCMP reported seven calls for service in January 2026 and fewer property and persons crimes compared with January 2025, while patrols and ticketing activity increased.
Renewed Hope is setting up a new community hub in Downtown Bolton
Renewed Hope has found premises at 55 Queen Street North in Bolton and is setting up a new community-focused hub after previously operating Mobile Mercy Units and seasonal drives in Caledon.
Recent heartwarming stories
Showing: 111-120First Nations singer Donita Large releases her first original full-length album
Donita Large, a member of Saddle Lake First Nation and an Indigenous educator in Alberta, has released The Ancestors, her first original full-length album. The record includes two versions of the song "Sweetgrass" and tracks such as "Kokom," dedicated to her late grandmother.
Quebec's public prayer limits reach remote Magdalen Islands
A long-standing boat blessing in the Magdalen Islands could require a municipal permit under a proposed Quebec bill that would restrict collective public prayer; the legislation would also ban prayer rooms in public institutions and has drawn objections from local leaders and religious figures.
Mitel and L-SPARK mark success of Unified Communications Accelerator cohort
Mitel and L-SPARK held a Showcase for the inaugural Mitel Unified Communications Accelerator cohort, reporting rapid innovation and market-ready integrations achieved in six months since the program launched in August.
Wellness-oriented cottage environments: Se7en Interiors releases framework.
Se7en Interiors Inc. released a framework on February 20, 2026, that describes wellness-oriented residential environments for cottage properties and the role of natural interior design. The document highlights buyer attention to material authenticity, sensory comfort, and visual continuity with surrounding landscapes.
Flash tattoo fundraiser to support Thunder Bay's Shelter House
Hallowed Tattoo Studio in Thunder Bay will hold a flash tattoo fundraiser at Lakehead Unitarian Fellowship on Saturday, Feb. 21, with proceeds supporting Shelter House, which provides emergency beds and meals.
Red Wings goalie prospect Landon Miller posts solid bounce-back season
Landon Miller, Detroit’s 2024 fourth-round pick, has an 18-11-2 record and a 2.87 goals-against average this season with the Soo Greyhounds in the OHL after a tougher prior year.
Oceanic Counseling Group welcomes Anna Klipowicz to Myrtle Beach location
Oceanic Counseling Group announced that Anna Klipowicz, LISW-CPS, will begin seeing clients at its Myrtle Beach (Professional Drive) location in early April 2026; she is a licensed social worker certified in advanced grief counseling and trained in adoption competency.
Brian Breiland remembered by family in Thunder Bay
Brian Breiland, 82, of Thunder Bay died peacefully on February 15, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. A celebration of life is set for February 27 and a funeral for February 28, with an intimate burial at Sunset Memorial.
Region's circus school opens in new south-end space
The Barrie Circus School opened a new south-end location at 100 Caplan Ave., Unit 9 and held an open house where students performed aerial silks and families tried the equipment.
Event aims to train more women to enter politics
Run Where You Are - Say Yes is a free, non-partisan virtual training on Feb. 24 for women and gender-diverse people interested in municipal office, featuring a panel of Ontario municipal leaders and small-group breakout discussions.