Luke Mandato

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Maple syrup festival returns to Durham Region this spring

Residents from Durham Region and beyond are making the trek to north Oshawa for afternoons of fun and exploration, all united by their love...

Station Gallery in Whitby still conducting the local arts scene

co-written with Katie SampsonEditor’s Note: This story is part of a series called the Land Where We Stand (LWWS). Uncovering the hidden stories about...

Technology-based learning continues to show its worth in the classroom

Although some educators may argue that traditional methods of teaching will always have a place in the classroom setting, there is no denying that...

Local anti-racism task force looks to amplify marginalized voices

Although Durham Region offers many different social services to assist community members, with everything from affordable living to rehabilitation, one task force is set...

Oshawa Music Week returns to in person for the first time in three years

The event that has brought the music community in Durham Region together for the past 23 years will be back in person for the...

Conlin and Thornton Roads speed limits remain the same despite recent roadwork

Although Conlin and Thornton Roads near the roundabout in north Oshawa were temporarily reopened in January, the different speed limits between the two remained...

A closer look at Durham Region’s sexual violence trends

Among locals, the city of Oshawa has always maintained a reputation for being lower-than-average when it comes to safety. Last year, crimes like car...

The Xbox 360 still reigns supreme 18 years later

Microsoft released their third home video game console, the Xbox One, on November 22, 2013. The hype surrounding the release meant the system was...

SoCal surfs into Whitby’s restaurant industry

At the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, the local Durham restaurant world was plagued by restrictions, temporary closures and even permanent shutdowns....

Durham Region looks to adopt an ‘alternative’ emergency response program

Durham Region is in the process of developing a crisis-response service that doesn't require the use of police. The model, known as the Durham...

The Wisdom behind playing for the Lords

When he was around five years old, Isaiah Wisdom faced a situation that many others had before. His parents threw him into a soccer...

From Vietnam to Canada, Huy Minh Ly continues to follow his passion for science

Many students studying abroad often face a unique set of challenges and obstacles that they must overcome when compared to domestic students. This was...

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