Tag: Local News
Huron University College student wins $100,000 global award
A 24-year-old Huron University College student – who whose work has helped 20,000 people living in a Kenyan refugee camp – is the recipient of a $100,000 award.
Meaford program gives kids in need backpacks of food, toiletries
When a Meaford teacher discovered a student wasn’t coming to school because she was embarrassed that her family wasn’t buying shampoo, she wondered how many other kids had hidden needs like that which were holding them back. “Her dad couldn’t afford shampoo and she didn’t want to come to school as a teenager with greasy […]
Ripley school celebrates new playground with dedication ceremony
Thanks to a large community fundraising initiative, students at Ripley-Huron Community School (RHCS) have even more to be excited about this year. “The donors… are the reason our kids have smiles on their faces and a place to play,” said Kristy Botden, chair of the School Community Council (SCC) and playground subcommittee lead. On Sept. […]
Sydenham Fall Fair carries on 170-year tradition
About 800 East Ridge Community School students and a busload from Georgian Bay Community School in Meaford had the day off to go to the 170th Sydenham Fall Fair Thursday. As the fair’s been around for so long, it has seen a lot of change. The most obvious is the urban growth and the scarcity […]
Patients of safer drug supply program report fewer overdoses, better health
Patients of a safer opioid supply program in London report less use of street drugs and fewer overdoses, a study released Thursday concludes.