Tag: Community
Bruce County program helps hundreds of kids at Christmas
Bruce County’s annual Christmas donations program gave presents to 456 kids last year. That was two per cent more than in 2023 and program figures shared with county council at its meeting Thursday indicated the number of kids served has grown annually since 2021. The Dorrell Young Christmas Program provides a gift, often a toy, book, or […]
Thousands in Grey-Bruce using 211 for health and social service needs
An invaluable resource that allows individuals and families to connect with the resources they need continues to see significant useage in Grey and Bruce counties. Close to 9,200 needs were identified in Grey Bruce in 2024 through 211, a free, confidential service that connects people to local health and social services. “We use 211 for all […]
After hospital gunfire, AI-powered weapon detectors coming soon to London ERs
Artificial intelligence-powered weapons detectors are coming soon to London emergency rooms, an internal email to hospital staff says.
Gun fired, dog stolen during robbery at London public housing building
Three people face charges after a suspect fired a gun and a dog was stolen during an armed robbery at a London public housing building.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker set ambitious climate goals for the state. It’s far from meeting them.
By Juanpablo Ramirez-Franco, WBEZ
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