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Modern mapping tech retraces Laura Secord’s historic journey

Visitors to the Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum later this month will get a chance to see how modern technology is shedding new light on one of Canada's best-known historical journeys.

The Turner Report: Lessons from an Old Town ditch

"Are we better, or just pretending to be so? Maybe living beside the MAGA nation to the south would make anyone look pristine," writes Garth Turner.

Arch-i-text: Museum made right choice with infrastructure upgrade, but it won’t be cheap

"This non-profit took the bitter pill in favour of supporting the health and welfare of the community they are anchored in. And, that decision, in and of itself, is a shining example of a cultural institution that understands its vital connection to the local greater good," writes Brian Marshall.

Shaw review: A celebration of golf’s past — and Broadway’s best

"Matters of etiquette, rules and styles of play inform. To Wodehouse, the only way to really find a true character is to play golf with him," writes Penny-Lynn Cookson.

Opinion: Will U.S. strong-arming Canada be water under the bridge?

A bad deal to open the Gordie Howe International Bridge, connecting Canada to the U.S., "is not in Canada's national interests, but we cannot simply walk away from this structure," writes Keith McNenly.

Science with Kyra: Hit the beach, but stay safe while cooling off

"Warmer temperatures and more frequent, intense storms are likely as climate change progresses, both of which will likely increase bacteria levels in water," writes Kyra Simone.

Dr. Brown: Soccer or tennis, Father Time catches up with all athletes

"Performance in any sport depends on physical and neural fitness, acquired skills and stamina," writes Dr. William Brown. "There’s also the factor of the cumulative effects of injuries affecting muscles and joints."

Ross’s Ramblings: Lithuanian boys’ choir leaves St. Mark’s spellbound

"The choir took the expression sartorial splendour to another level," writes Ross Robinson. "Every one of them were 'into it,' providing the vibe. Pure, unfiltered voices, and such an unbelievable value."

Exploring History: Ryerson Park, c. 1888

Inspired by the successful Chautauqua movement that began in New York State, the Niagara Assembly transformed an area of town into a summer destination that brought together education, religion, music and recreation.

Letter: Why do car drivers control our roads?

"A cyclist cannot be banned from cycling and a pedestrian cannot be banned from walking. They have an inalienable right to use the available transport infrastructure system safely," writes Frank Hayes.

Letter: Ironic plans for Scotsman Hotel from Marotta critics

"The 95 Johnson intensification proposal, when carefully analyzed in detail, borders on the edge of tragic comedy," writes Peter Rusin.

Sports: Golfers battle intermittent fog amid weird weather

Despite the morning fog, the 18-hole women’s league held its annual Beat the Pro contest in which players dictated the club pro shop manager Darren Smith had to use to try to get closer to the pin on the 120-yard par-3 hole #4.

Dr. Brown: How neanderthals learned to survive — with extinction on their heels

"Why neanderthals went extinct isn’t clear, writes Dr. William Brown. "Were their numbers simply too small to survive bad seasons for plants and animals to hunt?"

PHOTOS: St. Mark’s Cherry Festival celebrates another successful year

Hundreds lined up outside the church on Saturday afternoon to get their hands on one of the church's cherry pies, as well as quarts of fresh cherries, all in celebration of the summer's cherry season.

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