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Pearl Street Pizza & Sangweech Has Burlington Curious

A mysterious new spot called Pearl Street Pizza & Sangweech has Burlington residents buzzing and asking questions — but details are still scarce. Know something? We're all ears.

AUGUST 23, 2026·VIA REDDIT R/BURLINGTONON

Bad Parking at Food Basics Leaves Driver Fuming

A white van parked at a truly spectacular angle at the Food Basics on Fairview Street left one driver fuming — and the van owner's defence might be even more baffling than the parking job itself.

AUGUST 23, 2026·VIA REDDIT R/BURLINGTONON

Burlington's Mayoral Race Heats Up — Who's Your Pick?

A community poll is circulating on Burlington's local subreddit, asking residents who they think will be the city's next mayor. It's unscientific but a fun early pulse-check — click through and make your pick.

AUGUST 23, 2026·VIA REDDIT R/BURLINGTONON

Wembley Road Goes Big with a Multi-House Garage Sale

A multi-household garage sale is apparently in the works on Wembley Road — details are still trickling out, but if you love a good treasure hunt, this one's worth watching.

AUGUST 23, 2026·VIA REDDIT R/BURLINGTONON

Four Feel-Good Spots Worth Knowing About in Burlington

Burlington's subreddit is feeling good about four local spots: a lakeside bookshop, a neighbouring coffee bar, a pie shop on Fairview, and a park worth visiting. Here's the roundup.

AUGUST 23, 2026·VIA REDDIT R/BURLINGTONON

Japanese Modular Builder SEKISUI Opens Its First Canadian Home in Burlington

Burlington's newest tenant at 955 Maple Ave. is a big one — Japanese manufacturer SEKISUI has opened its first Canadian location, producing modular steel-frame building systems designed to speed up construction and scale quality housing across the region.

AUGUST 23, 2026·VIA BURLINGTON TODAY

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