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Canadian-born actor, comedian and Judge on Canada's Got Talent Howie Mandel received the ceremonial Key to the City of Niagara Falls recently. Mayor Jim Diodati felt that Howie was such a great ambassador for the city that he bestowed the honour upon him. Local artist Rea Kelly painted the unique Key for him. Mark Wikobrado files this report.

Members of the Media were invited to take part in a Use of Force Training Day, hosted by the Niagara Regional Police Service. Our very own Mike Balsom participated in some combat exercises and shooting practice and got a little taste of the ongoing and intense training NRP officers take to protect the Niagara Community.

The 39th Queenston Art Show will take place this Victoria Day Weekend at the Queenston Community Centre and Library. The free event will celebrate local artists with over 150 pieces of artwork up for sale. Brenda Schultz files this report.

Welland Jackfish President Ryan Harrison Joined The Source in advance of the home opener on May 19th.

Niagara Parks has begun a process that could see two historic power stations repurposed by private developers. Niagara Parks CEO, David Adames joined The Source to explain.

Culinary couple Erica and Josh Karbelnik, participants in the 2021 season of Top Chef Canada, had a bit of a homecoming last weekend when they visited friend David Watt of The Garrison House in Niagara-On-The-Lake. Erica was the winner of Top Chef Canada that season, and Josh placed fourth. The two Niagara College culinary grads had a chance to talk to The Source while in town, about the experience on the show and their fondness of the Region.

A pilot program will see the Rapid Response Team expand to Welland and Pelham. Tara McKendrick of the Canadian Mental Health Association shared the details with The Source.

Greg Switzer the general manager of That's Entertainment takes a walk down memory lane with The Source as they prepare to close their doors after 33 years in business.

John Kinney the president of Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours visits with The Source as the company celebrates 30 years.

Author Terri Favro's latest novel "The Sisters Sputnik" takes in the world of comics, time travel, alternative universes, racism, populism and even Frank Sinatra! And some of it takes place in her hometown of St. Catharines, disguised here as Shipman's Corners. Terri joined Mike Balsom on Zoom to talk about The Sisters Sputnik.

The Canadian Federation of University Women House and Garden Tour is back on June 5th in St. Catharines. Barbara Legg and Mary Jane Waszynski join Mike Balsom on Zoom to talk about the tour this year.

Tickets are now available for Hospice Niagara's 5 Car Draw. Alicia Merry, Director, Marketing, Communications and Fund Development at Hospice Niagara joins Mike Balsom in studio to discuss the 5 Vehicles, the Early Bird Draw and Bonus Draws. Visit www.5cardraw.ca for more information.