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Troubadour Festival named one of Ontario's Top 100 Festivals as it plans for 2026
The Troubadour Festival in Barrie was named one of Festivals and Events Ontario's Top 100 Festivals after an independent jury decision in fall 2025, and organizers say the free summer concert series will return in 2026 with an expanded lineup and additional Saturday programming.
Nunavut Stars win Young at Heart women's hockey tournament in Rankin Inlet
The Nunavut Stars went undefeated and won the Young at Heart women's regional tournament held in Rankin Inlet February 13–15; Naujaat finished second and Rankin Rock claimed third after an overtime bronze game.
Rankin Inlet minor hockey team raises funds with playful Jail n Bail event
A U11 Jail n Bail fundraiser in Rankin Inlet on Feb. 13 raised $3,380 toward the 2015 Rankin Rock U11 team's $50,000 goal to attend the MICEC tournament in Winnipeg.
Recent heartwarming stories
Showing: 871-880BAYE, Basil remembered for music and kindness
Basil Baye, in his 85th year, died unexpectedly at his Orillia home on Jan. 5, 2026; he was known locally for singing with the country band Country Blue and for his paintings.
LANGDON, Robert remembered for family, work and quiet strength
Robert "Bob" Langdon died January 4, 2026 at Espanola Regional Hospital, surrounded by family; a Celebration of Life will be held January 10, 2026 at the Nairn Centre Community Centre.
1win and Jon Jones fulfill over 100 wishes in global holiday initiative
1win Charity and MMA legend Jon Jones concluded their 1wish Season holiday campaign, reporting that it fulfilled over 100 wishes and involved tens of thousands of people worldwide.
How to build community one 'hi, neighbour' at a time.
The article outlines everyday ways Canadians can strengthen local ties, noting Statistics Canada figures on loneliness and experts who highlight neighbourly greetings, shared activities, public spaces and volunteering.
Former Stouffville councillor Cliff Dunkeld remembered as a community builder
Cliff Dunkeld, a longtime volunteer and Stouffville councillor from 1991 to 2003, died Dec. 30 at age 94; flags will be lowered at town facilities and a visitation and funeral are scheduled in January.
One Piece Looks Short Next To These 10 Longer-Running Anime.
An article lists 10 anime whose runs and episode counts exceed One Piece's thousand-plus episodes, naming examples such as Doraemon, Anpanman, Detective Conan and the Mobile Suit Gundam franchise.
City of Kamloops honours firefighters and emergency support service volunteers at annual awards
The City of Kamloops held peer-nominated awards for Kamloops Fire Rescue and a volunteer appreciation party for Emergency Support Services in December, recognising individual award winners and volunteers who logged more than 6,220 hours in 2025.
Eddy Lee's treats Shelter House clients to a special meal
Staff from Eddy Lee's Chinese Restaurant served chicken ball, fried rice and lo mein at Shelter House and donated their time to the lunch service that serves 100–150 people daily.
Linda Joan Mary Fines remembered by family in Port Alberni.
Linda Joan Mary Fines died on December 19, 2025; she is survived by her sons, grandchildren and a great-grandchild, and requested no formal service.
Bob Bergeron, Comox Valley resident, has passed away.
The announcement reports that Bob (Bobby) Bergeron has passed away; he served in the U.S. Marine Corps and later in the U.S. Navy Reserve and is survived by his wife Helena (Babe) and children Lore and Kevin.