Tag: History
Bequest by Elwood Moore estate to inspire conservation among youth
A bequest from the estate of Elwood Moore will ensure his commitment to conservation and environmental education in Grey and Bruce counties inspires others to do the same. The Grey Sauble Conservation Foundation recently announced the bequest, which will support its Environmental Awareness and Education Fund, reflecting Moore’s passion for educating individuals of all ages […]
Q+A: New Ontario Hockey League boss Bryan Crawford
The retired Ontario Hockey League commissioner passed the torch with a few simple words of encouragement. âGo get ’em, kid,â David Branch said to Bryan Crawford before an introductory news conference Thursday at the Hockey Hall of Fame in Toronto. Replacing a 45-year legend at the helm is no small feat, but the 42-year-old from […]
Huron County Museum looking to renovate spaces
Some major changes are happening at the Huron County Museum. Senior Curator Elizabeth French-Gibson said they’re making some major changes at the Huron County Museum.
Ginger Press carries on tradition of celebrating local stories
The Ginger Press’s 37th annual authors’ open house Saturday showcased dozens of local books and some of their authors who were published by The Ginger Press or self-published. In that tradition, The Flemings of Derby Township: A Family History, is a newly self-published, limited edition work which combines family and local history. It’s a four-pounder, […]
Why is school named after Canada’s monarch on board’s renaming list?: Professor
The potential renaming of a London elementary school bearing the name of Canada’s monarch before he wore the crown is “out of place,” says a Western University historian and author.
‘Mummy guy’: Western University scientist digs up new King Tut secrets
Known around campus as “the mummy guy,” a Western University bio-archeologist is part of a three-person team that has unlocked more secrets about one of the most famous pharaohs in history — 100 years after his grave was first investigated.
REMEMBRANCE DAY: Without vets, how will schoolkids learn about world wars?
For generations, First and Second world war veterans spent the days leading up to Remembrance Day visiting local schools and engaging students with their wartime stories.
Reader to Reader: Jan. 15
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