Christmas Cheer drives hampers and donations rise
The Russell area community mobilizes for Christmas Cheer with hampers, cash and toy donations, and new partnerships. IGA matches supplier gifts through Time for Sharing, offering a $500 boost to hamper purchases. The Koats for Kids drive, coat drop offs, knit mittens, and a Children’s Christmas Bazaar fundraiser are highlighted, alongside volunteer wrapping and a peak fundraising Dance reaching about $1500 last year.
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K & G Foods
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Donna Robert
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Terry Jackson
Car door assault nets probation for young offender
A 17 year old Foxwarren youth with prior legal trouble pleaded guilty to assault with a weapon and related charges after a yard incident near a hockey game. Judge Coppleman imposed two years probation, suspended some counts, and mandated counselling, schooling or work, and a written apology with a March progress review.
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Public Drunks and Possession Reported in Rural Towns
A Waywayseecappa youth was arrested for public drunkenness and lodged for the night. In Russell, two youths faced charges after a voluntary search found about five grams of marijuana and a pipe. An Angusville residence reported a break in, now under investigation. Seasonal check stop program announced as arrests continued.
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