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The Burlington Sports Hall of Fame has selected its slate of inductees for 2026, and it is another stellar group of athletes, including a family with three generations of Olympians. These fine athletes and builders will be recognized at the […]
By Emily R. Zarevich, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter “It’s poetry on wheels!” boasts Monsieur Bouc (played by Brendan Wall), welcoming the world-renowned private detective Hercule Poirot (played by Daniel Kash) aboard the absurdly luxurious, London-bound train, the Orient Express. But […]
More than 500 artists and book lovers of all ages answered the call to submit an original hand-drawn design for Burlington Public Library’s annual Burlington Bookmarks Contest in February. This year’s theme invited participants to create a design inspired by […]
By Emily R. Zarevich, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The snow may not be fully melted yet, but the emerging sun is reflecting on the white surface, promising brighter days ahead. Like the green grass hidden beneath the snow piles, Burlington’s […]
We are pleased to introduce Lucie, our adoptable pet of the week! At just one year and four months old, Lucie is a gentle soul with quiet grace and soft curiosity. In her foster home, she felt safe enough to […]
By Kezia Royer-Burkett, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Approximately forty people filled Room 247 at Burlington City Hall on Saturday, signalling just how closely residents are watching the council’s next move on development charges. Ward 2 Councillor Lisa Kearns hosted a […]
By Maisha Hasan, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Burlington is one of the mid-sized cities in the GTHA that holds magic in its everyday stories — something bestselling author Michael Perry is well aware of. His work centres on small towns; […]
By Maisha Hasan, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Some of the most remarkable works in the Western world have been inspired by the East — though “inspired” may be too generous. In many cases, motifs and styles were taken, distorted, and […]
By Emily R. Zarevich, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter This one’s for the history buffs: retro miniskirts, Edwardian black satin with silver embroidery, ermine-lined Revolution-era cloaks, it’s all there. On Thursday, February 26, 2026, Burlington’s theatregoers packed into Drury Lane Theatre […]
By Kezia Royer-Burkett, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Ever wondered what a day in the life of Burlington’s mayor looks like? Burlington Local-News.ca spoke with Marianne Meed Ward about the realities of leading and representing one of Ontario’s fastest-growing cities. For […]
