Tag: Curling
The Innie vs The Outtie Bonspiel
(By Barb Ross) Kincardine Curling Club was the site of The Innie vs The Outtie Bonspiel on Saturday, Nov. 16. Curlers who live in town played against those who live … Continue reading The Innie vs The Outtie Bonspiel
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Woodstock surveys residents on possible $100M recreation centre
Woodstock politicians are seeking citizen feedback about a proposed new recreation centre in the cityâs northeast that could cost as much as $100 million. A unanimous vote by city council has paved the way for a North Woodstock recreation facility survey that will allow citizens to weigh in on the proposed facility. They can say […]
Sport notes: Aleksei Medvedev; Chase Brown; Western Mustangs lacrosse
A collection of news and notes from across the Southwestern Ontario sports scene Chase Brown’s NFL heater London native Chase Brown posted career highs in carries, rushing yards and receptions in the Cincinnati Bengalsâ 41-24 win over the Las Vegas Raiders in NFL action Sunday. The former South Lion rushed for 120 yards on 27 […]
Reader to Reader: October 19, 2024
Bazaar season begins soon in London and area
The Kincardine Independent
(By Anne Burton) Curling season will soon be here but a foursome from the Kincardine club got off to an early and winning start. Shelley and Doug Dechene and Alex … Continue reading Kincardine curlers begin season on a winning note
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Site record set at Port Elgin Pumpkinfest
While the 2,000-pound barrier remained elusive at Port Elgin Pumpkinfest on Saturday, winning grower Jeff Warner still had a lot to celebrate. Not only did his 1,966.5-lb. gargantuan gourd set a new site record at the 39th annual event, but he smashed his own personal best by over 150 lbs., plus he finally got to celebrate a […]
Wiarton Fall Fair a family tradition
Avery Thomas continued a family tradition at the 156th Wiarton Fall Fair Saturday. Like her dad Rob when he was young, Avery competed with her horse, Rayne, in both showing and riding challenges at the fair. She rides five or six days a week, with the help of a horse trainer. They placed first in […]
Bruce County inviting engagement on new draft official plan
A new draft Bruce County official plan that has been in the works for about six years is going back to the public for review and potential changes. At its meeting on Sept. 5, Bruce County council gave direction to staff to begin the engagement process for the draft plan, which is to shape the […]
London Sports Hall of Fame: What to know about the class of 2024 inductees
The London Sports Hall of Fame, the creation of longtime LFP sportswriter Bruce Huff, has announced its 2024 inductees, who will be honoured at their annual event on Nov. 7 at the Hellenic Centre in London. These are the athletes and sports figures being inducted: HELEN SMITH Commonwealth and Pan Am Games pistol shooting medal […]
What’s behind the booming popularity of London’s Forest City sport, social club
Founded 15 years ago, the Forest City Sport and Social Club offers co-ed recreational sport leagues and social activities for adults.