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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.
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Showing: 761-770Riding Mountain ride covers 575 kilometres in three days
Snowmobilers of Manitoba will mark its 50th anniversary with the Around the Mountain ride Jan. 29–31, a three-day loop of about 575 kilometres for up to 50 registered sleds. Riders will leave from Russell Inn in two groups and travel the park perimeter with dedicated safety support.
Selkirk marks growth and renewal in headline-making 2025.
Selkirk's 2025 included downtown redevelopment, the launch of Selkirk Day and provincial approval to exit the Winnipeg-area planning region.
Being an Extra in Manitoba's Growing Film Industry shows local entry paths
A Gimli-area resident describes starting as an extra in 2018 and later moving into locations work while Manitoba's film industry expanded in and around Winnipeg.
Paule Falardeau remembered by Creston community
Paule Falardeau, 52, died on December 10, 2009 in Quebec City. A memorial service was held May 8, 2010 in Creston and her ashes were interred privately at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Erickson, BC.
Toronto Maple Leafs player honours late grocery store worker who loved the team
Bobby McMann paid tribute to Kevin Wilson by wearing Wilson’s yellow safety vest and nametag at a recent Maple Leafs game; Wilson, a longtime Loblaws front‑end clerk and Leafs fan, died after complications from meningitis and the store has a memorial.
Victoria events this Tuesday: 5 things to do on January 13
Five events in Victoria on Tuesday, January 13 include a free talk on food and the microbiome with Dr. Plummer, an open-mic comedy night at Phoenix Bar & Grill, a screening of the documentary Cutting Through Rocks, Kennel Club karaoke hosted by Henrietta Dubét, and a Latin music night with Miguelito Valdés at the Bard and Banker.
Dinwiddie says Dru Brown will remain Ottawa Redblacks starter
Ottawa Redblacks head coach and GM Ryan Dinwiddie told reporters that Dru Brown will remain the team's starting quarterback, despite injuries that limited him to nine starts last season. Backup Dustin Crum is slated to become a free agent next month and Dinwiddie expressed interest in keeping him.
Kaitlyn Lawes claims final spot in 18-team Scotties field
Kaitlyn Lawes's Winnipeg team secured the last pre-qualification spot for the 18-team Scotties field as the highest-ranked team not qualified through playdowns, and Jocelyn Peterman will be replaced on the roster as she prepares for the Olympics.
LECLERC, Louella (nee Lozon) remembered after passing at 78
Louella Leclerc, 78, died January 10, 2026 in North Bay; she was a mother, longtime church member and served 17 years as a Roman Catholic Board Trustee.
Police careers in North Bay follow family legacy and childhood dreams
Two Special Constables, Samuel Murphy and Christopher Lowery, were sworn in as constables at a ceremony at North Bay Police Headquarters after completing Ontario Police College training; Chief Daryl Longworth said the service relies heavily on promoting from its special constable program.