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These stories about local arts, entertainment and the people behind them are made possible through the continued support of the Savoy's Jewellers as part of our Community Leaders Program.


'One of the friendliest, most open and beautiful festivals I’ve ever sung at' (7 photos)

'One of the friendliest, most open and beautiful festivals I’ve ever sung at' (7 photos)

Folk icon, Bonnie Dobson, remembers how a Sault Ste. Marie folk festival in 1964 changed the trajectory of her career and life
Local writer has poem recognized by small community in France

Local writer has poem recognized by small community in France

Alex Chornyj’s first published collection of poetry and his reconnection with his mother’s lineage and their history in the village of Vincelles, France, touched local officials in that community
When women and children are the spoils of war

When women and children are the spoils of war

The In Your Eyes Projects production of Erin Shields’ If We Were Birds is taking on a difficult subject matter, but allowing the space for conversation and discussion
'Nature is a necessity as an artist and a human being' (5 photos)

'Nature is a necessity as an artist and a human being' (5 photos)

From pristine night skies to the rugged shorelines of the North Shore, local artist and outdoors enthusiast Paula Trus feels lucky to live where she does
Song penned by Keith McKie inducted into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame

Song penned by Keith McKie inducted into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame

“I Would Be The One” was a national hit at a time when Canadian songs were rarely played on Canadian radio
One season in, new dinner theatre company has created something 'magical'

One season in, new dinner theatre company has created something 'magical'

For Marc Beaudette and Sandra Forsell, a decision to return to their home community created an opportunity to build something special
Revealing the inspiration for Reveal Music Studio

Revealing the inspiration for Reveal Music Studio

Musician and producer Warren Reville feels blessed with the experiences and opportunities he gained, first as a musician, and now as a music producer
Local artists and musicians tell us what lies ahead for 2020

Local artists and musicians tell us what lies ahead for 2020

With a new year and a new decade beginning, artists with strong connection to our community have looked ahead and commented on their artistic plans for 2020
On the road to chaos and desperation, Dustin Jones found strength

On the road to chaos and desperation, Dustin Jones found strength

Local musician, producer and record label owner says that he found a ‘higher power’ in his children and turned his life around for the better.
Local music video director making art with a message

Local music video director making art with a message

The Conspirators’ Don’t Want To Come Down is the second music video released in the matter of months that is directed by local filmmaker and musician, Brendan Garlick