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Maple syrup isn't just a sweet treat, it's part of Ontario's rich history and tradition. The Bronte Creek Maple Syrup Festival is back all month, continuing the tradition beloved by many. Ainsley Soeterik has the story.

Funeral directors provide an essential service in our community. They are there every step of the way to help loved ones after a death, from taking care of the body, to planning the funeral itself, to guiding them through legal paperwork. Today is National Funeral Director Recognition Day. Nikki Wesley asked local funeral director, Sarah Sunnucks how she would describe her position in a single sentence.

Yesterday on Halton News we presented a story in which Dr. Galange outlined how much more prevalent the measles are here in Ontario this year compared to previous years, and the importance of prevention through vaccine. Today the focus is on what to do if you or your child are showing signs of this extremely contagious condition. Jessica Kaitting reports.

To our daily tariff talk now, last week as Jason Agnew spoke with Marianne Meed Ward, the Burlington Mayor was ready to get on a plane and head to Washington in hopes of speaking with US officials. Jason spoke with the Mayor this afternoon and got her thoughts on the trip.

The town of Oakville is seeking residents input on a new by-law that would ban protests near vulnerable social infrastructure such as places of worship, schools and hospitals. This was one of the topics in Jason Agnew's monthly chat with Oakville Mayor Rob Burton, and while Jason fully agrees with the potential by-law sentiment, he presented to the mayor a question: if a protest is told where to protest, doesn't it cease to be a protest?

A first of its kind fundraiser is wrapping up in Milton. Over the past week the Darling Home for Kids and the Milton location of Maverick's Donuts company combined resources to raise money for the home. As part of the appeal, a 15-year old who uses the home's services, was provided the opportunity to design and decorate his own donut.

Last Thursday in Milton the town held it's annual International Women's Day March. The community came together to celebrate progress and advocate for equality. Ainsley Soeterik has the story, which begins with Mayor Gord Krantz doubling down as town crier.

The measles were previously thought to be eliminated here in Canada, but we now find ourselves in the midst of an outbreak here in Ontario. We spoke with Dr. Galange of Halton Region Public Health for his advice, as the numbers keeps rising.

And in south Halton, Women were inspired to prioritize self-care and be true to theirselves... Jessica Kaitting reports

International women's day is this Saturday and organizations across the region are celebrating. yesterday the Milton chamber of commerce hosted a breakfast and power panel. Nikki Wesley has the details.

Next week is March break, so parents, if you haven't got to planning some activities for the kids, you may want to get on it! Jason Agnew spoke with our parenting pundit Julie Cole about the kids excitement and parental anxiety that March break can bring with it.

Something as simple as a card has the power to change someone's outlook on life and brighten their day. With this in mind, Belinda Mooney founded Honeybee Post, with a focus on uplifting those who are otherwise isolated and lonely. Jessica Kaitting reports.