Tag: Elgin
London area housing starts triple in August, third best in province
The number of housing starts in the London area more than tripled in August compared to the same month last year, an indication economic conditions are on the upswing, both the mayor and an organization representing builders say. Construction began last month on 470 units in the London census metropolitan area (CMA), which includes St. […]
SPORTS BRIEFS: Local LAX stars at Worlds
LOCAL LAX STARS AT WORLDS Port Elgin’s Ian MacKay and Flesherton’s Tori Verbeek will join Team Canada at the World Lacrosse Box Championships, set to take place from September 20 to 29 in Utica, New York. Verbeek joins Team Canada for the first-ever women’s box lacrosse championship. She is a graduate student at St. Lawrence […]
Thanks a ton! Retiree’s gardens deliver huge, fresh yields for local food bank
AILSA CRAIG â With food banks straining under increased demand, one retireeâs gardens have grown a ton of food â a literal tonne â this year for one local agency. What began as a hobby for Frank Hogervorst has sprouted into a charitable operation from the 557-square-metre (6,000 square-feet) garden at his home near Ailsa […]
Two years on, international student’s hit-and-run death remains unsolved
Fanshawe College student Jibin Benoy was cycling home from his job at a downtown London fast-food joint two years ago when he was fatally struck by a vehicle.
‘Extraordinary ordinary’ woman inspires family to create Fanshawe College bursary
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McConnell wins Canadian Men’s Senior Golf Championship
Those who attended the final day of the 2024 Canadian Men’s Senior Golf Championship at the Saugeen Golf Club were treated to bonus golf as both the senior and super senior finals went into playoff rounds. Canadian-born Miles McConnell made up four strokes on the leader Sunday to come from behind and win the national […]
Vehicles dazzle under the sun at Cobble Beach Concours d’Elegance
The sun was shining on the more than 100 unique, exotic and rare vehicles at the 10th annual Cobble Beach Concours d’Elegance on Sunday. And the vehicle that sparkled the most in the eyes of the judges at this year’s show was a one-of-a-kind 1947 Bentley Mk VI Coupe with a body made by renowned […]
Terry Fox Run returns to Harrison Park in Owen Sound
When Cindy Druyf-Hatchard of Owen Sound was diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer in the fall of 2022, beating the disease was the only option. On Sunday, Druyf-Hatchard continued on the road of putting her battle in the rearview mirror as she donned the red shirt reserved for those who have been diagnosed with cancer and took […]
Nominations open for King Charles III Coronation Medal
Do you know someone who deserves recognition for their exceptional contribution to Huron-Bruce? In recognition of the coronation of King Charles III on May 6, 2023, a new Canadian commemorative medal has been created to honour outstanding citizens who have made a significant impact in their communities. Huron-Bruce MP Ben Lobb said nominations for the […]
Brews News: Autumn harvest time for tastiest beers
Autumn is a time for Oktoberfest vibes, harvest celebrations and the tastiest beers of the year.