Across the nation, 911 dispatch centers are facing a worker shortage. Unfortunately, this understaffing, plus the nature of the job itself, leads to dispatchers who are often overworked and stressed.

Chinese students are learning lion dances, Peking opera and shadow puppetry to preserve their heritage for future generations.

Where to get it: Tracy Desserts is at 3235 Hwy 7 Unit 29 at Rodick Road inside First Markham Place. It is open Monday to Thursday 4:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.; Friday 4 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.; and Saturday and ...