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Newton K. Wagg: The man and his business exploits (5 photos)

Newton K. Wagg: The man and his business exploits (5 photos)

From bicycle racing and sales to laundering and boats, Wagg had diverse business interests in the Midland area
The Dobson Tintype: Jabez Dobson and Peter Larush (7 photos)

The Dobson Tintype: Jabez Dobson and Peter Larush (7 photos)

Early pioneers of Midland lived here before town incorporated
Midland Shipyard Heroes: Don Denise (6 photos)

Midland Shipyard Heroes: Don Denise (6 photos)

Originally from the Channel Islands, Denise worked in the yards for over 50 years.
Imagining your museum, a look back and into the future (5 photos)

Imagining your museum, a look back and into the future (5 photos)

'Kids today are looking for “immersive” experiences whether Minecraft or other 3D worlds,' author says
Flight Lieutenant John 'Jack' Parr Remembered (6 photos)

Flight Lieutenant John 'Jack' Parr Remembered (6 photos)

Parr, who served in World War II, later opened a grocery store in Midland
Knee deep in the mud of Flanders (4 photos)

Knee deep in the mud of Flanders (4 photos)

'Our fights are old and have their roots in hegemony,' author writes. 'Tea, silver, opium and guns are part of the mix'
Harold Ballard Jr.: Scion of notable sports character and artist (5 photos)

Harold Ballard Jr.: Scion of notable sports character and artist (5 photos)

Caught between a great inheritance in the sports world and an artistic career, he chose the latter
Jim Wright : One of The Other Wright Brothers (4 photos)

Jim Wright : One of The Other Wright Brothers (4 photos)

Jim Wright, who passed away last week, was a talented musician and raconteur
Robertson Photo Service: Douglas S. Robertson, Victoria Harbour (4 photos)

Robertson Photo Service: Douglas S. Robertson, Victoria Harbour (4 photos)

Robertson operated from 1922 until 1943 when trachoma blinded him
History and memory: The Wright Stuff (6 photos)

History and memory: The Wright Stuff (6 photos)

Wright Brothers connection to Georgian Bay better known to local residents than their European travels