Mark Newman

1 day ago | endocrinenews.endocrine.org | Mark Newman

The Endocrine Society has selected Yoshitomo Hoshino, MD, PhD, as the recipient of its 2025 C. Wayne Bardin, MD, International Travel Award for his outstanding ENDO abstract and research contributions to the care of patients with bone health disorders. The C. Wayne Bardin, MD, International Travel Award was created in honor of Past President Wayne Bardin, who made remarkable research contributions to both reproductive physiology and contraception throughout his long career.

1 day ago | thespec.com | Mark Newman

It’s an opportunity for west Niagara residents to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the Netherlands from Nazi tyranny and celebrate the friendship between Canadians and the Dutch people. On May 3, The Dutch Shop on Main Street West in Grimsby is holding a liberation party. Owner Daniel Vandersteen said the atmosphere will be a festive one, with decorations and flags — and free slices of Dutch mocha cake.

2 days ago | niagarathisweek.com | Mark Newman

While the return of sunny skies and milder temperatures might feel like gardening weather, Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority officials say it’s too early to start digging and planting. “Mid-May and even maybe a bit later because that’s when the soil is going to be nice and saturated, but not too wet,” said Katy Sokoloski, NPCA special programs outreach and engagement assistant.

1 week ago | thespec.com | Mark Newman

Lincoln and Pelham residents who don’t live near a public library are about to see library services roll closer. “It’s been a long time coming,” said library chief executive officer Julie Andrews, who noted they recently acquired a Ford Transit 350 van that is being transformed into a library on wheels and will carry about 2,000 books and other library items available for lending.

1 week ago | thespec.com | Mark Newman

It’s a chance for Lincoln residents to learn about tree planting, gardening and other green endeavours. Samantha Witkowski, the town’s environmental co-ordinator, said EcoFest is an event tied to Earth Day (April 22). “We’re focusing on trees,” said Witkowski, who noted they will be offering 100 native saplings, including sugar maple, black walnut and eastern red cedar trees to Lincoln residents in exchange for a donation.