The Beautiful Evolution of Our Curls: The Natural Hair Movement
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The Beautiful Evolution of Our Curls: The Natural Hair Movement

Isn’t it amazing that we’ve reached a point where we no longer must bend over backward to be accepted by the public eye? We don’t have to worry about...

What’s your relationship status?
Church & Gospel

What’s your relationship status?

Every relationship requires commitment and communication. Whether a friendship, a romantic relationship, a work relationship or a kinship. Each of these require that you be present and that you...

Obituaries
Obituaries

Obituaries

Franklyn Atkins       We are sad to announce the passing of Franklyn Atkins, who passed away on August 22, 2024. A memorial and funeral service will be held at...

Island Fete returns for the Second Year
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Island Fete returns for the Second Year

By Desirée Zagbai (Local Journalism Initiative)     It is a sunny Saturday afternoon, and the smell of Caribbean food wafts through À-Ma-Baie Park in Pierrefonds. Island Fête is...

Juneteenth: The first steps towards Black freedom
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Juneteenth: The first steps towards Black freedom

Desirée Zagbai (Local Journalism Initiative) On Aug. 1, 1834, the Slavery Abolition Act ended centuries of colonial enslavement of Africans in Canada. Throughout history, approximately 15 million Africans were...

There’s no place like home
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There’s no place like home

Home is a special place. It’s a place of comfort, safety and belonging. Each of us has our “place” that we call home. Some live in apartments, some in...

THE LONG, LONG ROAD TO THE U.S. PRESIDENCY…
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THE LONG, LONG ROAD TO THE U.S. PRESIDENCY…

Dr. Alwin Spence It was no surprise that as soon as President Biden, because of pressure from his own party, because of the widening divide in the party, and...

Obituaries Aug 8, 2024
Obituaries

Obituaries Aug 8, 2024

Allen “Tony” (S’obrian) Ramroop Sunrise: December 10, 1952 -Sunset: July 8, 2024           It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Mr....

Gwen Tolbart continues to soar to greater heights
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Gwen Tolbart continues to soar to greater heights

Nompumelelo Moyo On May 28, Gwen Tolbart, WTTG Fox 5 television broadcaster and journalism graduate from Concordia University was presented with the universities International Excellence Award at the annual...

Island Vibes and Protective Styles: Debunking Hair Myths
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Island Vibes and Protective Styles: Debunking Hair Myths

Mareshma Best Do you remember when we all walked around with those big, giant bubbles in our hair, either in braids or twists, because our mothers told us that...