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Halton has long been considered among the very safest regions in Ontario. Preventing crime before it occurs certainly plays a role in that outcome and the provincial government is continuing to fund our local police service's community safety and wellbeing plan. Jessica Kaitting spoke with MPP Zee Hamid to learn more

As we drift from fall to winter, those furnaces in your homes may be kicking on for the first time in several months... so for some tips on care to keep your furnace working at premium level, Jason Agnew spoke with Dean Dick from Burlington based Wolseley Canada. Dean had recently appeared on the show to give us tips about prepping our air conditioners for the winter months, but when it comes to furnace maintenance, the conversation hits a new level of importance.

Events are happening across Halton this week to mark "small business week". Yesterday, a networking session was hosted by the region and town of Halton Hills to help entrepreneurs get to know each other. They also got to hear an inspiring story from an entrepreneur who's already having success only two years into her venture.

The artist's mark juried exhibition is now in it's sixth year at the hub in the Burlington centre, where mall shoppers can stop in to appreciate the works of art.  Nikki Wesley attended the opening ceremony where local Burlington artist's were recognized for their outstanding creations.

It's a place of peace and tranquility for those that need it most. But right now, the darling home for kids is a construction zone. As they work to expand their essential services, they hope the community will help them fund the final pieces. D Glazebrook has this report.

One of the challenges parents of school age children have is packing lunches. Giving your kids a bit of variety is key to actually having them eat the lunches you pack. Jason Agnew spoke with parenting pundit Julie Cole to get a few tips to help prevent your picky little eaters from experiencing a lunch bag let down.

They may have silver hair, but their game still shines gold! In Burlington this week, hockey legends aged 80 and up are hitting the ice, proving that age is no match for determination, teamwork & passion for the game!

As we head into the end of October, those who love Halloween are decking out their homes in spooky finery and children are putting together their trick or treat costumes, but where did this all start? Nikki Wesley headed to Oakville to find out where these traditions get their roots.

After two rounds of voting, and over four thousand votes spread over a year, the Town of Halton Hills has chosen their official bird. Videographer Craig McNicoll was at a special event where the winning bird was announced.

E-scooters are technically not permitted in the City of Burlington. Jason Agnew read that fact and questioned it, so to make sure he read it correctly he looked to the Mayor of Burlington Marianne Meed Ward for confirmation.

Halton Women's Place offers safe shelter for women and their children who are experiencing violence at home. They aim to make the shelter as comfortable as possible to support women and their children of all ages. Jessica Kaitting spoke with Carm Bozzo who explained how they help kids and teens feel more at home during their stay.

The annual wallet to wealth gala is taking place on Friday, November 14th at the Oakville Conference Centre. Proceeds from the event go to Halton Women's Place. Jason Agnew chatted with founder Whitney Hammond about the theme of this year's event but first start with a refresh of what Wallet to Wealth is.