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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: 851-860Parade of Lights raises record $61,646 for local charities
The Dec. 6, 2025 Parade of Lights in Thunder Bay raised $61,646.51 to be shared among four local charities, and organizers presented a cheque to the groups.
Bell Island woman says return trip to Nova Scotia was disrupted
Kaylee Clarke, a Bell Island native living in Truro, experienced multiple delays, reroutes and damaged luggage while travelling from St. John's to Nova Scotia; she filed complaints with Air Canada and PAL that have not yet received replies and Expedia said it will investigate.
Pearl Graham remembered in Comox Valley for decades of service
Pearl Graham died peacefully on January 1, 2026, and is survived by her daughter Beth, sons David, Dennis and Tim, 10 grandchildren and 17 great‑grandchildren. She was active with credit unions, P.E.O., Living Hope Church, and enjoyed birdwatching and gardening.
Icy Bluey popsicle brings animated-series treat to store shelves.
Magnum Ice Cream Co. and BBC Studios have launched a Popsicle shaped like Bluey, a mixed-berry ice pop with strawberry and blueberry notes that is reported to use less sugar and natural colors; it will be sold in six-pack boxes priced at $6.29.
Prince Albert restaurant serves nearly 100 free meals on Christmas Day
Ricky's All Day Grill in Prince Albert served close to 100 free takeout meals on Christmas Day as a first-year community initiative, and owner-operator Saima Hussain said the restaurant was prepared to serve more.
Laughing along with the characters as they grow in Halfway There.
Norm Foster's comedy Halfway There, about four friends whose routine is upended when a heartbroken doctor arrives, will be staged next month by the Elmira Theatre Company.
Singer responds after Americans questioned her Canadian nationality at NFL game
Cassandra DiFruscio, a Canadian who now lives in Tennessee, sang the U.S. national anthem at a San Francisco 49ers game and drew questions on social media about her nationality; she said the crowd at Levi's Stadium was supportive and she will continue performing.
Getting on board for birds in Comox Valley
Volunteer naturalists conducted ferry-based surveys during the Comox Valley segment of the North American Christmas Bird Count, and those long-running counts contribute to multi-decade data that track changes in coastal bird populations.
5 things to do in and around Victoria this Thursday, January 8th
This listing highlights five events in and near Victoria for Thursday, January 8, including a free drop-in craft session and a happiness workshop based on Neil Pasricha's book.
AUBUT, Annette remembered by family and friends.
Annette Corine Aubut, aged 67, died unexpectedly on December 22, 2025; a celebration of life is scheduled for January 10, 2026 at Jackson & Barnard Funeral Home in Sudbury.