Alexandria Leask

Local shop supports Brantford artisans

April 1, 2020

Small vials of liquid lie with plants contained inside

PHOTOS BY ALEXANDRIA LEASK Essentially Yours is giving local artisans a chance to show off their talents. August 2019, Nancy Dawdy and Ashleigh Bowman opened up their own artisan shop. The pair spent years hosting workshops at home and renting…

Lifeguard culture: taking an inside look at saving lives

March 6, 2020

A group of lifeguards smile for the camera in front of an outdoor pool.

CONTRIBUTED IMAGE Being a lifeguard does not just mean we sit and watch you swim and do nothing. It means we are always on alert and making sure nothing goes wrong. Over six years of my life has…