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THE BALANCED LIFE: Trust is all we have

THE BALANCED LIFE: Trust is all we have

From people to politics, the truth is too easily abused, writes John Swart
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Region moves forward with Post-secondary Student Housing Strategy

Region moves forward with Post-secondary Student Housing Strategy

Strategy aims to optimize existing housing stock, enhance the availability and quality of student accommodations, and address the growing housing needs of Niagara’s students
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DSBN introduces Bridgeview French Immersion Public School

DSBN introduces Bridgeview French Immersion Public School

At Tuesday night’s Board Meeting, District School Board of Niagara Trustees approved the official name for the new elementary school in Welland, set to open September 2025
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Cartoon of the Day: Heavy Load

Cartoon of the Day: Heavy Load

Local cartoonist Steve Nease provides a humorous take on current events
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Increased fossil fuel production 'pushes Earth system past its limits': Brock expert

Increased fossil fuel production 'pushes Earth system past its limits': Brock expert

U.S. President Donald Trump’s stance on the environment has Francine McCarthy worried
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Pride Niagara removing Pride in the Park from this year’s lineup

Pride Niagara removing Pride in the Park from this year’s lineup

Festival to be condensed by removing Pride in the Park from this year’s lineup
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DSBN receives Ministry approval for three new elementary schools

DSBN receives Ministry approval for three new elementary schools

Schools will address increasing accommodation pressures in Welland and Thorold
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Good morning, Pelham! Here's today's weather!

Good morning, Pelham! Here's today's weather!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
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VIDEO: Ford defends fellow MPP accused of bullying staff, creating ‘toxic’ workplace

VIDEO: Ford defends fellow MPP accused of bullying staff, creating ‘toxic’ workplace

Tonight on 'Closer Look': As she runs for re-election, the Conservative MPP in Newmarket-Aurora is facing mounting allegations that she berated and abused at least seven former employees
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Pedestrian dies after struck by vehicle in Niagara Falls

Pedestrian dies after struck by vehicle in Niagara Falls

Police say the 79-year-old succumbed to his injuries at an out-of-region hospital
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