Heartwarming
→ Newsthat happened somewhere in the world.
Today’s three
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: 271-280Town of Osoyoos hosts free xeriscaping workshop on Feb. 28
The Town of Osoyoos will host a free xeriscape workshop on Feb. 28 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. at the Sonora Community Centre, where Sigrie Kendrick will discuss FireSmart approaches and drought-tolerant planting using Okanagan native plants.
Downtown Kamloops supportive housing facility will reopen after major renovations
The Crossroads supportive housing building in downtown Kamloops will reopen this week after about $10 million in renovations; about 25 residents will return initially and the remaining units are expected to be filled over the coming months.
At least seven Quebec doctors have accepted jobs in New Brunswick
At least seven doctors from Quebec have accepted job offers to work in New Brunswick, including several family physicians, a radiologist and an obstetrician-gynecologist; provincial licensing records show 126 applications from Quebec between Oct. 1 and Jan. 26, with 24 licences issued.
REMAX Hendriks Team returns with 4th Annual Free Family Skate in Thorold
REMAX Hendriks Team Realty will hold a free Family Day skate at Algoma Central Arena in Thorold on February 16, 2026, from 12:30–2:00 p.m., offering skating, hot chocolate and family activities. Organizers say the event is meant to support local families and strengthen community ties.
Feds ante up $9.3M to help Simcoe County auto‑parts maker thrive
The federal government announced up to $9.3 million from FedDev Ontario for Kumi Canada’s Bradford facility to support equipment upgrades and help maintain about 60 jobs.
Lyle Kenneth Young obituary honors longtime community volunteer
Lyle Kenneth Young, 91, died January 26, 2026; a Celebration of Life is scheduled for February 15 at the Columbus Community Centre.
Swickard Auto Group expands Oregon 'Save 1,000 Dogs' mission to deepen animal welfare support
Swickard Auto Group announced an auto-group-wide mission to help save 1,000 dogs a year by expanding support for rescue organizations, building on prior donations and local ties to Portland and Oregon Dog Rescue.
Our Place Society brings back Beauty Day to uplift women in Victoria
Our Place Society will hold Beauty Day on Friday, February 13, offering hair and beauty services, warm conversations and gift bags for women and those who identify as women who use its programs.
Nunavut and Manitoba meet to renew partnership on shared priorities.
Premiers of Nunavut and Manitoba met in Winnipeg to commit to renewing a memorandum of understanding and to advance the Inuit-led Kivalliq Hydro-Fibre Link; Nukik Corporation has filed a transmission service request and a system impact study is being launched.
Mosquito Man delivers professional pest control in Hamilton.
Mosquito Man is offering science-driven, eco-conscious pest control services in Hamilton, Ontario for both residential and commercial properties, with a stated emphasis on prevention and long-term protection.