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Public Art comes from public money - is it worth what is being spent ? By Pepper Parr April 14th, 2023 BURLINGTON, ON We published a piece on the 19 different public art assignments that were given and wondered – […] Share this: Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) More Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)	Saigon on Brant closes after 16 years of operation: rent increase was more than they could handle By Pepper Parr April 13th, 2023 BURLINGTON, ON We published a piece earlier today about rent increases that are now at double digit level We […] Share this: Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) More Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)
The Reasons Behind Mobile Gaming's Popularity By Amy Smith April 13th, 2023 BURLINGTON, ON There’s no denying the fact that mobile gaming has surged in popularity over recent years. No […] Share this: Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) More Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)	Great news said the Minister - evictions will now get processed a little faster By Pepper Parr April 13th, 2023 BURLINGTON, ON There is a level of cruelty that actually takes place in a setting that is not really […] Share this: Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) More Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)
Garage sale Supporting Ukrainian Refugees and Tyrsa Ukrainian Dance School! By Staff April 13th, 2023 BURLINGTON, ON Saturday, April 29th from 8:30am-1pm at Tyrsa Ukrainian Dance School, 2077 Pine Street Tyrsa’s fundraising garage sale […] Share this: Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) More Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)	Comedy Festival: Back for its 8th year - a moving road show - taking place at four locations on different days By Staff April 13th, 2023 BURLINGTON, ON The successful Burlington Comedy Festival is BACK for its 8th year! And what a great lineup […] Share this: Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) More Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)
The Burlington you know might begin to unravel if Bill 97 passes. By Pepper April 13th, 2023 BURLINGTON, ON Kilbride, Lowville, Mt Nemo are at risk and, when – not if – Bill 97 is passed the […] Share this: Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) More Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)	City of Burlington Arts and Culture funds 19 new projects By Staff April 12th, 2023 BURLINGTON, ON The City of Burlington’s annual Burlington Arts and Culture Fund (BACF) grant program has awarded funding support […] Share this: Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) More Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)
Ontario Helping Families Save Money with Energy-Efficiency Program: Programs providing home upgrades that will reduce energy use and bills for families By Staff April 12th, 2023 BURLINGTON, ON Thousands of families will be able to reduce their energy use and save money is as the […] Share this: Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) More Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)	Ireland Park outdoor courts to have dedicated pickleball times By Staff April 12, 2023 BURLINGTON, ON The game has become incredibly popular – squeezing tennis off some of the courts. As part of a […] Share this: Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) More Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)
Retirement Home and Long Term Care Residence in the Alton community goes to Council later this month By Staff April 12th, 2023 BURLINGTON, ON Much needed facility will go to City Council for final approval later this month A five (5) […] Share this: Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) More Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)	Summer recreation program registration opening soon By Staff April 12th, 2023 BURLINGTON, ON The City’s summer swimming lessons and aquatic leadership programs will be opening for registration on April 22 […] Share this: Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) More Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)
Plants and bags of soil - Community Living can benefit if you order from their partners By Staff April 12th, 2023 BURLINGTON, ON Spring has finally sprung, which means planting season is just around the corner! Whether you have a […] Share this: Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) More Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)	Controlled burn at the site of Fisher’s Pond located off Cedar Springs Road in Burlington will take place on Wednesday the 12th By Staff April 6th, 2023 BURLINGTON, ON The Bruce Trail Conservancy (BTC) will be conducting a controlled burn at the site of Fisher’s Pond […] Share this: Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) More Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)
How to Improve Your Mental Skills with Online Gaming By Corinne Galvan April 11th, 2023 BURLINGTON, ON Were you aware that there are nearly three billion online games in existence? In fact, the […] Share this: Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) More Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)	Transit doesn't have anyone on City Council championing better transit service and getting rid of the diesel powered busses By Pepper Parr April 11th, 2023 BURLINGTON, ON Is there anyone who speaks for and about transit issues in Burlington? The six members of […] Share this: Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) More Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)
Goff takes another run at public school board seat By Pepper Parr April 11, 2023 BURLINGTON, ON Chris Goff lives in ward 3 and drives school buses that get children who live in […] Share this: Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) More Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)	Ward 3 Councillor Rory Nisan manages to top the list of Regional Council spenders By Pepper Parr April 10th, 2023 BURLINGTON, ON Members of city council are also members of Halton Regional Council where they earn $62,647.00 annually. […] Share this: Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) More Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)
The Little Adventurers: Exploring the World of Mountain Bikes for Kids By Paul Sebastian April 10th, 2023 BURLINGTON, ON Mountain biking is a thrilling and adventurous outdoor activity that has become increasingly popular in recent […] Share this: Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) More Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)	The scam scum are using trusted brand names to lure you in By Staff April 9th, 2023 BURLINGTON, ON The scam scum are using brand names that you know and trust to draw you into giving […] Share this: Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) More Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)