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Gardening guardian angels

Gardening guardian angels

What was once a boulevard full of weeds has blossomed into a beautiful public garden, thanks to nearly two decades of hard work—and the generous contributions—of two senior Thorold residents.
Good morning, Thorold!

Good morning, Thorold!

MIx of sun and cloud with chance of showers and hot.
CANADA: National pharmacare plan would be an ounce of cure, pound of prevention, expert says

CANADA: National pharmacare plan would be an ounce of cure, pound of prevention, expert says

Many people are prevented from taking a prescribed medication due to its cost
Fowl ball

Fowl ball

Quick to adapt to their surroundings, turkeys have become a common sight in Niagara
Wanted: Adults aged 60 and older

Wanted: Adults aged 60 and older

Brock is recruiting older adults for an exercise study
BEYOND LOCAL: War on rats not necessary if we simply cohabitate with the rodents

BEYOND LOCAL: War on rats not necessary if we simply cohabitate with the rodents

Rats are part of the urban ecosystem and an urban ecology approach to managing their populations may involve learning to share the city
Forgiveness flows

Forgiveness flows

In this week's religion column, Rev. Ken MacQuarrie reflects on the healing power of forgiveness
BEYOND LOCAL: Does eliminating competition in youth soccer build better skills?

BEYOND LOCAL: Does eliminating competition in youth soccer build better skills?

Or is it a sign of coddled kids?
Grenville House gets a makeover, Part Two

Grenville House gets a makeover, Part Two

Andre Wagner and his wife Vicky are tackling the restoration of the historically designated home at 7 Queen St. South in Thorold.
The return of the legendary Flying Fathers

The return of the legendary Flying Fathers

Game will feature a healthy mix of hockey and comedy