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There's off the beaten path, then there's Labrador! (8 photos)

There's off the beaten path, then there's Labrador! (8 photos)

Eric Whitehead recounts his trek on the 1,200-kilometre Trans-Labrador Highway, the 'loneliest road in the world'
BEYOND LOCAL: Over-representation of minorities in public health ads doing more harm than good, profs say

BEYOND LOCAL: Over-representation of minorities in public health ads doing more harm than good, profs say

Research shows minorities often feel negatively stereotyped by public health awareness campaigns and advertisements
Be sure to take the time to smell the roses this summer

Be sure to take the time to smell the roses this summer

August is a time to enjoy lush gardens in full bloom and there are opportunities blossoming all over town!
BEYOND LOCAL: The resource we need to produce food is dwindling, scientists say

BEYOND LOCAL: The resource we need to produce food is dwindling, scientists say

A recent discovery of a protein in plants that is able to sense phosphorus levels in the soil
Sunflower Celebration returns to the Edwards Farm Store (6 photos)

Sunflower Celebration returns to the Edwards Farm Store (6 photos)

Sunflowers are in full bloom at Edwards Farm Store; There will be another celebration at the Innisfil fields on Aug. 10.
Steam Show salutes agriculture's golden age of machines (16 photos)

Steam Show salutes agriculture's golden age of machines (16 photos)

'We so appreciate your bringing all of this culture and heritage back to our community,' says mayor; Steam Show continues all weekend in Cookstown
Kempenfest a hit with vendors and customers

Kempenfest a hit with vendors and customers

Over 300 vendors are on Barrie's waterfront offering unique, handmade and unusual items for Kempenfest
Ask the Nutritionist: Is Komboucha healthy for a senior?

Ask the Nutritionist: Is Komboucha healthy for a senior?

In her weekly column, Bradford West Gwillimbury licensed nutritionist Nonie De Long explains the merits and drawbacks of komboucha
BEYOND LOCAL: Has Instagram's removal of the 'like' counter been good or bad for the platform?

BEYOND LOCAL: Has Instagram's removal of the 'like' counter been good or bad for the platform?

There is an element of risk for the platform to take on such a bold task in the name of mental wellness
Bradford Farmers' Market gets fresh (6 photos)

Bradford Farmers' Market gets fresh (6 photos)

This week's market featured the first sweet corn of the season in addition to a wide range of local produce