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Here’s to the hard-working folk who are passionate about helping others, and making our communities a great place to call home.

Delve into mysteries, romance, suspenseful sagas, books of poetry, historic journeys, and maybe even a pinch of psychedelics in this year’s roundup of locally produced literature.

Get your kids reading during the holidays – and year-round – with this selection of stories for budding bookworms, written by local authors.

People don’t just ‘build rinks,’ they build memories of embracing the winter and playing together, as a family.

Two Headwaters residents are working with Indigenous people on innovative programs to enhance food security in the Far North.

Dumplings shaped like half moons star in a menu inspired by the tasty traditions – and midwinter optimism – of lunar new year celebrations.

Holiday cookies, festive tipples and tasty local gifts make it easy to eat, drink and be merry this season.

Meticulously applied lines of jet-black ink are a defining feature of the fanciful works of this Orangeville artist.

Cozy crochet blankets, handmade ornaments and lusty lumberjacks are just some of the unique items made by our local artisans this gift giving season.

How to prep your home, car – and psyche – for winter storm season and its inevitable hydro outages.

Rapinder Kaur built a therapy practice around encouraging children, and adults, to listen to the wisdom of their inner artists.

Stroll on scenic boardwalks, lush forest trails and dams while spotting lots of local wildlife at Island Lake Conservation Area.