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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

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

Ready or Not, Winter Storms Are on the Way

Howling blizzards, ice storms, power outages. Emergency services are on high alert, but when disaster strikes, the first line of defence is you.

Nov 22, 2019
Anthony Jenkins

The Poker Club

These men have been dealing each other in for 40 years and never missed a game.

Nov 22, 2019
Gail Grant

‘The King of All Games’: Bridge

From kitchen tables to international tournaments, in the pantheon of table games, bridge still rules.

Nov 22, 2019
Gail Grant

Hope Springs Eternal

As the dark days of winter close in, we take the opportunity to celebrate a few of those ‘ordinary’ people who shine brightly in our own community.

Nov 22, 2019
Signe Ball