Some handbags make a statement. Some tell a story. For the 10th Annual Handbags for Hospice, local artist and tattoo artist Scott Duncan created something one of a kind: a beautifully hand-painted handbag inspired by the delicate Japanese cherry blossom, or Sakura. It was a fitting choice for an anniversary year built around a decade of community, compassion and making moments matter. In Scott's own words: "For the theme of this beautiful, custom adorned handbag, after much deliberation,...

Sometimes, caring for a community looks like a hospice bed, a listening ear, or a hand held during a difficult moment. And sometimes, it looks like a garden. For the second year, the Southport Horticultural Society opened the gates to some of the most beautiful gardens in Saugeen Shores through its Tour of Gardens, bringing neighbours, garden lovers, and curious visitors together for a day of beauty, inspiration, and connection. And once again, the community showed just how generously it was...

"What began with many conversations and months of planning came together as a truly special day for our community. Here at Huron Shores Hospice, we wanted to create an opportunity for people to gather, remember loved ones, and find connection with others. Grief can be such an isolating time, which makes connection and community gatherings so important. From reaching out to more than 50 community groups, sharing the event at the Southampton Market, a radio interview with 99.7 Shoreline...