Tag: Community
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Rothesay Ditches Traditional Shacks as Ice-Fishing Village Embraces Modern Social Spots
Rothesay’s Ice-Fishing Village Evolves In the heartbeat of Rothesay, a quiet transformation is underway on the frozen Kennebecasis River. What used to be a spread of sturdy, traditional ice-fishing shacks lining the riverbank is giving way to a more communal and flexible setup. The village’s ice-fishing culture—long a staple of winter life here—is evolving as…
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Bose Opens SoundTouch Line for Open-Source Recycling: A New Era for Discontinued Wireless Speakers
Introduction: A new chapter for discontinued SoundTouch speakers When Bose announced the discontinuation of its popular SoundTouch wireless speaker family, many users worried about the fate of their devices. Rather than view this as a dead end, Bose positioned the move as an opportunity for sustainability and community-driven innovation. By making parts of the SoundTouch…
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Brisbane Tug of War: Strength, Strategy, and Heritage Preserved
Bringing an Ancient Sport to a Modern Morning In the northern suburbs of Brisbane, behind the quiet gates of a Sikh temple, a small but determined group is rewriting the story of an ancient sport. The Brisbane Bulldogs tug of war team trains under the watchful eye of coach Graham Egan, who believes that strength…
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A Life Remembered: Winifred “Winnie” Gallagher (Frain) of Mayo
A life well lived in Mayo Winifred Gallagher, known to family and friends as Winnie or Una, passed away peacefully at home in her 96th year on January 6, 2026. She resided in Ballinacurra, Killasser, near Swinford, County Mayo, and was formerly of Kilmovee. Her passing marks the end of an era for a woman…
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Winifred Gallagher, A Life of Kindness Across Mayo: A Memorial Notice
Obituary: Winifred Gallagher (1929/30–2026) Winifred (Winnie, Una) Gallagher, née Frain, peacefully passed away at home in Ballinacurra, Killasser, Swinford, Co. Mayo on January 6, 2026, in her 96th year. Known for her quiet dignity, warmth, and unwavering devotion to family, Winifred’s life bridged generations in Kilmovee and the wider Mayo community. Family and Early Life…
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Intergenerational friendships in Bungendore: age gaps vanish
Bridging Generations in a Small Australian Town In the heart of Bungendore, a town just a short drive from Canberra, a weekly gathering has quietly become a lifeline for both young minds and seasoned hearts. On Thursday afternoons, the local high school’s students walk into a community hall and are greeted not by hall monitors…
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Tone-Deaf? Vancouver Island newcomer’s joyful choirs
From a public jacuzzi to a public chorus Sharon Marnell’s story began with an ordinary moment that morphed into a mission. While sitting in a public jacuzzi on Vancouver Island, she found herself singing to ease two frozen shoulders. The reaction she received would change her path: a fellow soak-er complimented her voice and then…
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Catherine “Kitty” Doyle: A Centenarian Remembered in Offaly
Obituary: Catherine “Kitty” Doyle (née Walsh) Catherine, affectionately known as Kitty, passed away peacefully at home on January 3, 2026, surrounded by loving family. She lived in her 101st year and touched the lives of many in County Offaly and beyond. Born to the Walsh family, Kitty carried with her a quiet strength and an…
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Obituary: Mairéad McGrath (née Murray) of Dungarvan, Waterford, 2026
Remembering Mairéad McGrath (née Murray): A Life of Family, Community, and Kindness The death notice for Mairéad McGrath (née Murray), a longtime resident of New Chapel Street and affectionately known by locals as living near “The Alcove” on Mary Street, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, is a moment of reflection for family, friends, and the wider community.…
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Holiday Mindset in a Coastal Town: It Doesn’t Matter What Day It Is
When the clock goes quiet In a country coastal town, the usual hurry dissolves the moment you step away from the main thoroughfare and into the patchwork of cafés, salt-scented air, and warm sunlight. It’s a place where the calendar loosens its grip and the days blur into a single, lazy rhythm. A coffee caravan,…