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By Kezia Royer-Burkett, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Burlington residents will soon experience a new chapter in the city’s waterfront festival tradition as the Lakeshore Music and Arts Festival takes over Spencer Smith Park on June 20 and 21, bringing live […]
Free Daytime Garden Admission for Children and Half-Price for Young Adults June 8, 2026 — Royal Botanical Gardens Royal Botanical Gardens (RBG) is pleased to share that the Canada Strong Pass will return this summer, made possible by the Government of […]
From Monday, June 8, to Sunday, June 21, Burlington residents have an opportunity to share their thoughts and make a real difference by taking Burlington Public Library’s annual Customer Satisfaction Survey. “More than 4,600 Burlington residents took the time to […]
Please join the Southern Ontario Lyric Opera (SOLO) as we celebrate Italian Heritage Month with a special concert on Friday, June 12, with a rain date of Friday, June 19, starting at 8:30 p.m. It will take place outdoors under […]
We are pleased to introduce Jimbo, our adoptable pet of the week! Jimbo is a sweet and affectionate 1-year, 8-month-old boy looking for a loving home. He has lived happily with other cats and would likely enjoy having a feline […]
By Maisha Hasan, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Four Halton-area student robotics teams are heading to an international competition in Niagara later this month after qualifying through a provincial tournament. From June 13 to June 20, FIRST Canada’s Canada Cup of […]
By Jack Brittle, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Burlington mayoral candidate Rory Nisan held his campaign kickoff event at 400 Brant Kitchen and Bar on May 31, outlining a platform centred on fiscal responsibility, affordability, and quality of life ahead of […]
By Emily R. Zarevich, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter A mean, feisty cat is obviously a villain (find a cat who isn’t). An old friend from school days is secretly a villain. A man fresh out of jail partners up with […]
Burlington Public Library customers saved a total of $28.9 million by borrowing books and other items from the library in 2025, according to the library’s recently published annual report. “In a time where affordability is top of mind and rates […]
By Kezia Royer-Burkett, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Burlington Mayor Marianne Meed Ward has officially announced her intention to seek another term as mayor in the 2026 municipal election. Speaking in front of the newly renovated Robert Bateman Community Centre on […]
