Adoptable Pet of the Week: Brock
Meet Brock, our adoptable pet of the week — again! We featured Brock early in the summer, but he is still looking for his forever home. Brock is a sweet, loving two-year-old dog looking for a family to call his […]
Hamilton Author Anuja Varghese Explores Desire and Power in New Romantasy Novel
By Maisha Hasan, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter After binge-watching Bollywood films and playing Dungeons & Dragons, Hamilton-based author Anuja Varghese melded the two influences into her newest book, A Kiss of Crimson Ash, the first in a trilogy centred on […]
No Need to Wait for October: Bronte Creek Ghost Walk Explores Victorian Death and the Paranormal
By Chloe Teixeira, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Halton got an early start to the Halloween season with Bronte Creek Provincial Park’s annual two-day “Ghost Walks” earlier this month. Visitors to Bronte Creek Provincial Park took part in a guided tour […]
HDSB Celebrates Recipients of the 2026 Governor General’s Academic Medal
August 19, 2026 — Halton District School Board The Halton District School Board (HDSB) is proud to recognize the outstanding academic achievements of 16 graduating students who have been named recipients of the 2026 Governor General’s Academic Medal. Presented annually, […]
Beyond the Campaign: Marianne Meed Ward on Leadership, Listening, and Showing Up
By Kezia Royer-Burkett, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter As Burlington’s municipal election campaign begins to ramp up, incumbent Mayor Marianne Meed Ward is looking beyond campaign promises and policy debates to see the person behind the office. During a recent conversation […]
Burlington Author’s New Middle-Grade Book Tackles Friendship and Fitting In
By Emily R. Zarevich, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter I don’t want to fail this pepperoni test. So my sad fingers peel off each pepperoni. And I hear Kinsley say, “Yay, Cheese Girl. For just today.” Third time’s the charm (and […]
Adoptable Pet of the Week: Silver
We are pleased to introduce Silver, our adoptable pet of the week! Silver is a sweet and friendly 8-year-old boy who is as beautiful as he is lovable. This gentle fellow enjoys spending time with people and has plenty of […]
Waleed Kush Brings Music, Humanity and a Message of Peace to Burlington
By Chloe Teixeira, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Burlington Performing Arts Centre’s annual Jazz on the Plaza series returned last week, bringing Canadian jazz artists to the outdoor plaza — and, through one performance, a message about peace, humanity and the […]
What’s Up? Aldershot Seniors Community Aug. 10 Update
By Connie Price, Partnering Aldershot Seniors Committee Chair LinksGet Involved Burlington Parking SurveyBurlington Footnotes Dance Workshops LinksJoseph Brant Museum: eat make shareBurlington Historical Society LinksHalton Police: ReportingHalton Learning Foundation: Backpack campaign LinksEmpowered Seniors
Burlington Event Invites Residents to Experience India’s Heritage and Spiritual Traditions
By Chloe Teixeira, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Burlington will soon get the chance to experience Indian heritage and explore the role spirituality plays at a new event coming to the Orchard Community Hub. Hosted by Sahaja Yoga Meditation Network (SYMN), […]