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Matt Bhanks

Matt Bhanks was born in Toronto. His family moved to Windsor when he was 3 years old. “I’m 25 now,” he says, “and I...

Creating Awareness

How did Windsor boy land in the world of film and television—and become such a success? We sat down with him to find...

Painting the “Colours” of Life

Mike O’Phee on his new album 
and what inspires him

Feather Hat Guy Walks Off Into the Sunset

He walked the streets of Windsor like an Old Testament prophet. His iconic cowboy hat, festooned with feathers.

The Gretzky Kid

The trajectory of Wayne Gretzky’s life changed forever when he met his hero, Tim Horton, in Brantford, 1968. Tim Horton...

The Soulshakers

‘The Soulshakers’….an energetic party band that grew out of brotherly love! The year was 1996. Brothers Tony and Carmen...

The Journey to the Ghost Hotel

Ghost Hotel is Morand’s upcoming series of tracks accompanied by the Bosco Boys, set to release February 1st, 2022.

FORE!

Over the years, golfers have tried just about everything to improve their games. Many have taken lessons. Others have...

Radio Renaissance

In 1982, Marty’s love of harness racing led to 40 years as track announcer at Windsor Raceway, Leamington Raceway and...

Jennifer Wells

Newly Appointed Goodfellows President Shares Her Devotion To The Charitable Organization

The Ambassador Bridge

She’s a grand ole’ dame who stands in aquatic glory and a beacon to mariners and landlubbers for almost a hundred years.

Biggest Cheerleader

“When I was 14, I saw my first Detroit Red Wings game in Florida,” Heather recalls. “We had gone down to Tampa Bay to...

Polished to Play

Carefully selected tunes and a squad of good friends equal the perfect combination for a cover band. 

Albert Douglas

Albert Douglas is a 16-year-old entrepreneur at Vincent Massey Secondary School. He’s also the sole Owner of Benchmark...

Krazy Kenny

‘Krazy Kenny’ Koekstat (born on June 15) is a Gemini man.

The Creepier End of Things

“I’ve been drawing my whole life,” Glen explains. “Ever since I was a little kid, this is what I’ve liked to do.”

Standing up for Canada

Remembering D-day 80 Years Later

Be The Best Bee You Can Be

“I want to feel connected, authentically not electronically. I feel suffocated by my insecurities, as the hunger of...

Dream Reapers

Karmic Malice Comics, a local publishing company, has just released the first issue of their debut title: Dream Reapers.

Photos of a Wren

“Music was my first passion,” Ava explains. “But writing has also always been a huge part of my life. I guess it comes...

Breaking Barriers

Alaina Ha, a deaf Grade 8 student at Our Lady of the Annunciation Catholic Elementary School in Stoney Point, has...

Bassam Mnaymneh

On Thursday, September 19th, the sky above Windsor began to roar. From a distance, they look like swans. The planes...

It’s All About The Fun

Sometimes, great ideas sound crazy at first. The idea for a darts league for blind and partially sighted people came up...

Reclaiming the Pen

Every year, a month before verdant spring bleaches into another scorching summer, we gather together to celebrate...

N. Glenn Perrett

New Book Provides a Comprehensive Look at our Province’s Greatest Natural Resources Story by Michael SeguinPhotography...

Queen of the Kitchen

“I did not believe I was going to win,” Chef Adelina says. “The other nominees were equally deserving!”

Leading Green and Gold to Beyond

It’s not every day that you wake up to being president, but according to Michael Silvaggi it is sheer elation.

Honouring Legacies

Streetcar No. 351 is 50 feet long and 24,000 pounds; yet despite its size, it has been transported across North...

Avril Lavigne

Canadian rocker, Avril Lavigne, performs at the Colosseum at Caesars Windsor on Thursday May 12. For many, the...

Summer Staycation

“This year, people aren’t able to travel like they used to,” the wife says. “We are happier than ever that we have this...

Flow and Function

As summer flashes us some funny looks from around the next bend, most of us have already begun daydreaming about various outdoor activities.

Jeff Burrows

As Burrows prepares for the twentieth and final Jeff Burrows 24 Hour Drum Marathon on May 29th and 30th at Good Time Charly’s, he reflects on the genesis of the event, how it’s evolved and what comes after the final...

There’s Never Been a Better Time to Build

For builders, suppliers and prospective homeowners across Windsor Essex, the provincial–federal HST rebate announced this spring is the most consequential intervention our industry has seen in more than a decade.

Preserved Natural Charm

Though you won’t find black sand in the Bruce Peninsula, you will find various geographical features including dunes, lakes, caves, forests, beaches, marshes and many, many unique rock formations.

Look Who’s Cooking At Home

Serving as Mayor of the Municipality of Lakeshore and as CEO of the Community Support Centre of Essex County, Tracey’s work is rooted in supporting people and strengthening communities. 

Cleared for Takeoff

If you spend even one hour with Mark Galvin, you’ll understand why Windsor International Airport looks and feels unpretentious, convenient, easy to navigate and deeply rooted in community.