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By Emily R. Zarevich, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter It’s nearly the month of October, and Burlington is offering a variety of staged entertainment, as plentiful as a child’s bag of Halloween candy. Opera, illusion art, rock and pop music, comedy, […]
Meet Austin! Austin is a sweet one-year-old boy who is feeling a little overwhelmed at the shelter. He may need some time, patience, and love to settle into his new home and feel comfortable. Austin would do best in a […]
By Jack Brittle, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Sean Campbell, co-founder and president of Burlington Helping Burlington, said that he has “seen what can happen when people come together to solve problems.” That’s why he decided to run for Ward 2 […]
Burlington Public Library is kicking off spooky season with free Halloween events and activities for all ages. From October 1-31, visitors can meet Canadian authors, get creative with crafts, and discover special seasonal activities. For adults Vikki VanSickle in Conversation: […]
By Connie Price, Partnering Aldershot Seniors Committee Chair
By Jack Brittle, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The future of the Burlington Waterfront Festival at Spencer Smith Park is in question after Burlington’s Committee of the Whole backed a review of the event and recommended that it be classified as […]
By Maisha Hasan, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter “We knew we had given the performance of a lifetime.” After performing on the world’s biggest choir stage, with tears brimming in their eyes and dressed in various hues of blue, Myriad Ensemble […]
By Kezia Royer-Burkett, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Kelvin Galbraith’s connection to Burlington’s Aldershot community goes back a generation, beginning with the house his parents purchased in 1980, where they still live today. Born and raised in Aldershot, Galbraith attended Fairfield, […]
Sept. 25, 2026 — Burlington Community Foundation On October 20, the Burlington Community Foundation (BCF) will welcome local charities, businesses, philanthropic families, and community members to its new summit, The Legacy Exchange, powered by Wealth and Legacy Partners. “This is […]
Sept. 26, 2026 — Halton Learning Foundation The Halton Learning Foundation (HLF) announced today that thanks to the generosity of the Halton community, more than 328 HDSB students have already received the backpacks, school supplies, clothing, and food they needed […]
