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If you've been eyeing an electric bicycle or scooter lately as a way to dodge the price at the pumps you are not alone. Nikki Wesley headed over to talk to the folks at Vintage Iron Cycle in Burlington to find out why they seem to be exploding in popularity.

Folks had the opportunity to go for a test drive, but these EV's weren't the latest Tesla, they were mobility scooters at the Brant Arts IDA in Burlington. Nikki Wesley has the details.

Local charity, the Goodwill Amity Group, has taken a major step towards changing lives and strengthening communities through the power of work. They've opened a new donation centre in Oakville, the latest development in their mission that began in 1935. Nikki Wesley reports.

Heading into the emergency department can be daunting, earlier this year a new support program was introduced at Joseph Brant Hospital to help prevent unnecessary admittance. Nikki Wesley went to find out what inspired the program.

In 2017, when hockey mom, Sue Heddle, saw reports of the youth suicide crisis on remote northern First Nations, she reached out to Attawapiskat and started the Hockey Cares Program. This week Hockey Cares hosted indigenous youth in Oakville as a part of the fifth annual hockey exchange program, where youth spend a week together learning about each other's cultures and tradition. Nikki Wesley has the details.

Looking to register your kids for camp this summer? There are still some spots in some age groups available at Oakville's premium summer camp. Jessica Kaitting reports.

The annual Mayor's breakfast in Milton provided a stage for the mayor to share his perspective on the CN Intermodal hub and do so on the heels of a recent federal court ruling. Gord Krantz addressed an audience of business leaders, including the Milton Chamber of Commerce. Council and the chamber have been on opposite sides of the debate around the CN Intermodal Hub that's planned for the south end of Milton. Jason Trout has more.

The Halton Learning Foundation helps students across the region to reach their full potential by removing barriers through financial support. April is HLF Month raising awareness and funds to allow the foundation to continue to allow students to focus on their education. Nikki Wesley has the details on their first big talent show fundraiser.