By Emily R. Zarevich, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter We’re halfway through April, and springtime in this region welcomes the singing of the birds every year. This year, it also welcomes the harmonizing voices of a new men’s choir. On Saturday, […]
By Kezia Royer-Burkett, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter In a world increasingly drawn to self-improvement and personal development, life and business coaching have exploded in popularity. With the click of a button, Canadians can access services promising transformation in mindset, career, […]
By Jack Brittle, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter On April 10, the United Way Halton and Hamilton (UWHH) held their annual Evening of Celebration at the Burlington Convention Centre. The evening was meant to celebrate everything the organization has accomplished over […]
By Emily R. Zarevich, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter They’ve migrated from Canada to France to participate in the war to end all wars. “The boys call us bluebirds,” says one of the main characters at the start. When three bold […]
By Jack Brittle, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter On April 7, Burlington City Council held one of their monthly Committee of the Whole meetings to discuss various items relevant to the city and its citizens. Council discussed a Tariff Response Report […]
By Sydney Alexandra, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter On Wednesday, April 30, the Halton Equity and Diversity Roundtable (HEDR) will launch its first-ever neurodivergence-centred forum, the “Diverse Abilities Symposium.” The event is described as a day dedicated to exploring and celebrating […]
By Emily R. Zarevich, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The room buzzed like a train station at rush hour. A keen crowd of Burlington readers anticipated a journey through Paris, though they probably hoped for a smoother trip than the one […]
By Kezia Royer-Burkett, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Last April, the City of Burlington officially proclaimed Dalit History Month, recognizing the resilience, history, and ongoing struggles of the Dalit community, both locally and globally. Mayor Marianne Meed Ward made the declaration, […]
By Claudette Sims, Halton Master Gardener Nature-friendly spring tasksCutting back plants or removing dead leaves is largely an aesthetic consideration — most plants don’t benefit from it. Stems or leaves will slowly decompose and return nutrients to the soil as […]
By Jack Brittle, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter During the same April 1 meeting where trustees highlighted Halton Learning Foundation Month (click here for more on that item), the Halton District School Board also discussed the possible effects of new U.S. […]
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