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Findings from the Canadian longitudinal study on aging

Findings from the Canadian longitudinal study on aging

Research in aging a lead priority in anticipation of diverse and growing needs of an aging population, study finds
Lent is relevant even today

Lent is relevant even today

This week's Religion column reflects on the philosophy of Lent
BEYOND LOCAL: Rehabilitation should be considered essential to cancer care, expert says

BEYOND LOCAL: Rehabilitation should be considered essential to cancer care, expert says

Rates of survival are up, but experts say there are limited resources for rehabilitation
Gazzola receives highest university sports honour

Gazzola receives highest university sports honour

Thorold native captures national team title and prestigious Dr. Randy Gregg award.
BEYOND LOCAL: Our fruits and veggies might be dirtier than we think

BEYOND LOCAL: Our fruits and veggies might be dirtier than we think

But health experts say we have nothing to worry about
Remember when stone replaced wooden locks?

Remember when stone replaced wooden locks?

In this week's history column, we recall when the first wooden Welland Canal locks were replaced with stone; from Thorold Township and Town, 1786-1932, published by John H. Thompson
UPDATE: City launches new website

UPDATE: City launches new website

Update: The City has informed us that launch of the website will be completed tomorrow March 21
Dixon accepts reins as new Fire Chief

Dixon accepts reins as new Fire Chief

Terry Dixon was officially sworn in as Thorold’s new fire chief yesterday
BEYOND LOCAL: Is vaping a threat to public health for youth?

BEYOND LOCAL: Is vaping a threat to public health for youth?

Research suggests that vaping is creating a generation of nicotine-addicted youth, who start with e-cigarettes and move on to smoke tobacco products 
LACAC awards heritage boosters

LACAC awards heritage boosters

Individuals were recognized who have contributed to the city's history