Medicine Hat is home to a giant claim to fame—the largest chess set in the world! Whether you love to play chess, are a ...

A decade ago, gardens were mostly green spaces, places to grow tomatoes, mow the lawn, or hang washing. But across the UK in 2025, those definitions are fading fast. The garden is no longer a utility ...

the giant chess set in Medicine Hat is an outdoor, permanently surfaced board measuring an impressive 5.89 meters on each side. The hand-crafted teak wood pieces, built to be played with ...

Why get on a plane to experience a luxurious oasis when you can have it all at home right here in Ontario?  Located just ...

Outdoor pool tables, ping pong, and foosball are meant to encourage socialization among residents. One of the courtyards features a giant chess board in the concrete pavers. There are grilling ...

Explore innovative architecture with A’ Design Award winners. Celebrate creativity and craftsmanship in the built environment ...

Antarctica is a harsh continent, which in both history and fiction can trigger disturbing behavior and even madness.

What’s Going On is a listing of activities taking place throughout the Downriver community. To submit an event, send an email to downriverlife@thenewsherald.com. List the time, date, location, ...

The Uk has been called “a nation of gardeners”, and Cumbria is home to some stunning options for families to visit.