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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.
Recent heartwarming stories
Showing: 861-870Taber Community Centre explosion tied to ice resurfacer fuel system fault, says municipality
The Town of Taber says a fuel system fault inside an ice resurfacer caused an explosion at the Community Centre; officials have not decided on the building's long-term future.
Turning loss into legacy: Ontario hospital group honoured for organ and tissue donations
Lakeridge Health received two provincial honours from Ontario Health's Trillium Gift of Life Network for its Critical Care-led organ donation practices, including a 100% eligible approach rate and an Award of Excellence; in 2024/2025 the organization supported 10 organ donors (resulting in 30 organs transplanted) and 105 tissue donors.
Abbotsford School District releases season two of award-winning Journey to 2036
Season two of the Abbotsford School District's award-winning video series Journey to 2036 follows a Grade 2 cohort and is available online; seven episodes will air through June and the first two episodes are available now.
LOEFFEN, Anthony (Tony) passes away at 92
Antoon 'Tony' Loeffen died on December 18, 2025 at Cassellholme at age 92; he immigrated from the Netherlands in the 1950s and settled in Northern Ontario, where he supported community sports in East Ferris. He is survived by his children Frank, Tim and Lisa, as well as grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Reta Beryl Standcumbe remembered after her passing
Reta Beryl Standcumbe died on December 16, 2025, in Courtenay, British Columbia. She was born September 25, 1940, and is survived by her daughter, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Elmer Martin Peter Koett remembered by family in Red Deer
Elmer Martin Peter Koett died November 22, 2025 in Red Deer at age 88; a memorial service is scheduled for January 10 at St. Augustine Church in Ponoka, AB.
Bishop Paul Idlout remembered for kindness and faith
Bishop Paul Idlout, who died on New Year's Eve at 90, was remembered at a funeral in Iqaluit attended by about 90 people where Gov. Gen. Mary Simon sent condolences.
Mary Louise (Mollie) Sand remembered in Agassiz
Mollie Sand, a lifelong Agassiz resident who died a day before her 99th birthday, was active in community volunteering and family activities; a Celebration of Life is scheduled for February 7, 2026.
Orillia OSPCA fundraiser Cupcake Day returns to support local animals.
Cupcake Day for the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society Orillia is set for Monday, Feb. 23, with supporters encouraged to hold bake sales or gatherings in January and February to raise donor funds for shelter care and medical needs; registration and details are posted at cupcakeday.ca.
Judith Anne "Judy" Koval remembered by family and friends
Judith Anne "Judy" Koval, born April 29, 1958, died December 29, 2025; a celebration of life will be held January 17 at 1pm at the Superior Inn.