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Winter 2019

Volume 26 Number 4

Local Heroes 2019

People are at the heart of every story in our hills, and we can be proud of having some of the very finest among us.

Nov 22, 2019
In The Hills

Monday Night at the Movies

Six women carry on a 20-year history of bringing exceptional, independent film to Orangeville.

Nov 22, 2019
Jeff Rollings

Moved by Music: Mary Balinov

This business owner helps people with disabilities express themselves through music at Tisho’s Music Academy in Bolton.

Nov 22, 2019
Tony Reynolds

Art with Heart: Andrew and Juli-Anne James

The founders of Streams Community Hub in Shelburne believe every child deserves a chance to tap into their creative side.

Nov 22, 2019
Tony Reynolds

Catwoman to the Rescue: Sharon Morden

The founder of Feral Cat Rescue in Melancthon gives feral felines a new lease on life.

Nov 22, 2019
Elaine Anselmi

Local Food Champions: Marci Lipman and Jennifer Payne

This duo brings Dufferin’s farmers together with foodies, chefs, students and families.

Nov 22, 2019
Jeff Rollings

Horse Power: Ellen Downey

At her Youthdale Riding Program in Hockley Valley, kids learn a lot more than how to ride.

Nov 22, 2019
Jeff Rollings

Cause for Commotion: Nancy Urekar

Local climate change activist pounds the Orangeville pavement weekly to get her message out.

Nov 22, 2019
Elaine Anselmi

Golf Guru: Sam Young

Twenty-six of this Shelburne golfing legend’s students have gone on to university golf scholarships across North America.

Nov 22, 2019
Jeff Rollings

Curling for the Win

The centuries-old sport continues to thrive and the Great Canadian Pond Spiel is a fun-filled reminder of its origin on natural ice.

Nov 22, 2019
Nicola Ross

The Year in Books: 2019

Our annual review of new books by local authors & illustrators.

Nov 22, 2019
Tracey Fockler

Brine Dining with Sauerkraut

Sauerkraut, kefir, kimchi and other tangy fermented foods have gone from traditional to trendy.

Nov 22, 2019
Janice Quirt