More than 150 people attended the Canadian National Autism Foundation's Autism Fashion Show and eighth annual silent auction and brunch last month at Chandelier Place. The event raised more than $6,600 for Canadian-based Autism research. The foundation would like to thank everyone for their support. Pictured here, fashion show participants Evan, Tessa and her helper Laura and Jayden (front row); Cassandra, Christian and Nathan (back row). Missing is Claire.

Mother's Day is a time to celebrate all moms. This Sunday, take time to thank the person who encourages you to reach for your goals and whose unconditional love lasts a lifetime. Pictured here, four-year-old Elizabeth Spilotro shares a Mother's Day hug with her mom, Danielle while playing Danielle's favourite sport.

On May 14, 18 Stoney Creek Furniture employees and friends will strut their stuff in the fourth annual Fashion Show for the Cure, benefiting The Cure Foundation for Breast Cancer Research. Pictured here, event coordinator Jacqueline Lorimer shows off some of the prizes available at the event.

Students of Lee Sukhi Success Martial Arts did extremely well at the annual Friendship Tournament held at the main school April 26. With competitors from as far away as Barrie, Lee Sukhi students took home more than 70 trophies, including more than 45 first-place. But more importantly, the students took home a sense of accomplishment, success and friendship.

The Hamilton Police Service's new grant of arms is on top, with the Colour below.

Anne Bain, the last mayor of Stoney Creek laments the loss of a proud and independent community.

Maria Pearson, former Stoney Creek councillor and now Ward 10 Hamilton councillor, looks through some memorabilia.

Corey, a 14-year-old miniature schnauzer, helped his owner save a neighbour.

Fennel and Apple Salad with Juniper.

The Varrasso family recently enjoyed a wonderful vacation in Italy. Pictured here, in front of the Coliseum in Rome, are Joe, Marina, Nicholas and Michael with a copy of the Stoney Creek News.

Mike James, a legendary international rugby player, recenlty spoke at the Niagara Thunder annual fundraiser.

Pictured here, left to right, the Macdonalds, Norm, Justin, Michael, Preston, Gord, Grace, Josh, Rob and Bob, at their second home - Little League Park.

The kitchen is just one of the many places you will find Liz Laing helping out at the Dr. Bob Kemp Centre for Hospice Palliative Care.

The Canadian Tire cashier team is, back row, left to right, Gail Gibson, Brenda Bruyere, Sara Currie, Pam Futrell, Courtney Bartlett, Kathy Moore, Teresa Schofield and store owner Ed Lukezic. Front row, left to right, Kathleen Sengdy, Vicky Luscombe, Kayla Waugh and HSFO area coordinator, Stephanie McAulay.

Members of the Battlefield Optimist Club, Ward 9 councillor Brad Clark and Cathy Johnston of Bank of Montreal cleaned up Battlefield Park April 26. Pictured here, front row, left to right, Battlefield Optimist Club members Len Wade, Ted Bryl and Roger Adams, Ms. Johnston, club member Kelly Massie, Mr. Clark and club members Leon Sauers and Gerry MacQueen. Second row, Dr. Ed Janack, club members Jim Wood and Don Hamel. Club members Bob Tschanz and Ray Speakman were working on site and missed the photo.