http://www.northkentleader.com Recent Local News en-us Copyright: (c) 2010 www.northkentleader.com, All rights reserved. http://www.northkentleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2487707 Dresden travelled to Blenheim for a Saturday night game, which turned out to be a very exciting game and the Dresden #3 Midget team walked away with its fourth playoff win. With only nine skaters, the Dresden team skated hard, made great passes and played good hockey.[...] Thu, 11 Mar 2010 21:58:00 GMT http://www.northkentleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2487707 129128182800000000 http://www.northkentleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2487706 The 2010 Vancouver Olympic Games have left us all with unforgettable moments and accelerated Canadian pride. For these local youngsters, it was much more intense. Lucas and Audra Vanroboys of Thamesville had a thrill of a lifetime, witnessing the historic Olympics firsthand.[...] Thu, 11 Mar 2010 21:57:00 GMT http://www.northkentleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2487706 129128182200000000 http://www.northkentleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2487704 Canada Rules the hockey world. There weren't many people that I have talked to who didn't watch Canada rock the U.S. in the gold medal game In honour of the win...a bit of humour to go along with the Canadian pride.[...] Thu, 11 Mar 2010 21:57:00 GMT http://www.northkentleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2487704 129128182200000000 http://www.northkentleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2487703 The new Florence Community Centre is on schedule for a May-June opening. The new multi-purpose facility will serve the Township of Dawn-Euphemia and the neighboring communities. The facility will be the new home to the library and will include a community hall and a community meeting room.[...] Thu, 11 Mar 2010 21:56:00 GMT http://www.northkentleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2487703 129128181600000000 http://www.northkentleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2487702 This year marks North Kent Mutual Insurance's 100th anniversary. The local company held its annual meeting March 3 at the Lambton Kent Memorial Arena. The evening kicked off with a dinner commemorating the landmark anniversary followed by a presentation and general meeting.[...] Thu, 11 Mar 2010 21:56:00 GMT http://www.northkentleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2487702 129128181600000000 http://www.northkentleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2487697 Grade 6 students form Dresden Area Central School took part in an assignment that resulted in one student receiving a letter from the prime minister. The students read the popular novel Flat Stanley by Jeff Brown and followed up with a writing activity.[...] Thu, 11 Mar 2010 21:54:00 GMT http://www.northkentleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2487697 129128180400000000 http://www.northkentleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2487694 Let's Get Fit centre for healthy living is hosting an Olympic Event in connection with the Heart & Stroke foundation. The "Olympic Goals" event is set for March 11. There will be a torch viewing from the Olympic relay and 'smoothie' hour at 6:30 p.[...] Thu, 11 Mar 2010 21:53:00 GMT http://www.northkentleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2487694 129128179800000000 http://www.northkentleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2487693 DRESDEN — After putting every possible option on the table, Dresden's Accommodation Review Committee (ARC) was left with five scenarios they feel are worth further investigating after its March 3 meeting.[...] Thu, 11 Mar 2010 21:52:00 GMT http://www.northkentleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2487693 129128179200000000 http://www.northkentleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2487690 A 32-year-old Newbury businessman is claiming the distinction of being the first officially nominated candidate in Ontario for the October 2011 provincial election. Monte McNaughton was officially nominated Tuesday as PC candidate for Lambton-Kent-Middlesex during a nomination meeting in Glencoe.[...] Thu, 11 Mar 2010 21:52:00 GMT http://www.northkentleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2487690 129128179200000000 http://www.northkentleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2487688 Some Grade 10 Lambton Kent Composite School students will be showcasing their new found-knowledge of local black history to academics on Saturday.[...] Thu, 11 Mar 2010 21:51:00 GMT http://www.northkentleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2487688 129128178600000000 http://www.northkentleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2487687 The 2009 profile book for Dresden Communities in Bloom, which was given to the judges last year, has been purchased by the Horticultural Society and will be presented to the Dresden library in the near future.[...] Thu, 11 Mar 2010 21:51:00 GMT http://www.northkentleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2487687 129128178600000000 http://www.northkentleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2487683 DRESDEN – With spring right around the corner, the Dresden & District Horticultural Society is offering two workshops in the coming weeks. Getting Fit for Gardening will be run by Sandra Maltby-Mills, owner of Let's Get Fit Centre for Healthy Living and a certified CanFitPro.[...] Thu, 11 Mar 2010 21:47:00 GMT http://www.northkentleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2487683 129128176200000000 http://www.northkentleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2487681 NEWBURY — Four Counties Health Services and Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital Foundations revealed the first two clues in their Together We Play contest. The first two clues are: 'L' and 'O'.                                               The fundraiser includes $10,000 cash and other prizes.[...] Thu, 11 Mar 2010 21:47:00 GMT http://www.northkentleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2487681 129128176200000000 http://www.northkentleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2487679 The Kent Cattlemen's Association received a provincial nod for its efforts on Saturday. Buis Beef Ranch was recognized by the Ontario Cattlemen's Association in the best project competition for an educational tour held last September.[...] Thu, 11 Mar 2010 21:46:00 GMT http://www.northkentleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2487679 129128175600000000 http://www.northkentleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2475318 A world-class company in Chatham-Kent is beginning to cultivate its next generation of craftsmen. RM Classic Cars has added both a co-operative student and apprentice to its highly-qualified restoration team.[...] Wed, 03 Mar 2010 19:09:00 GMT http://www.northkentleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2475318 129121169400000000 http://www.northkentleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2475315 LK's students are cruising right along in their new semester. The art department has opened up many interesting new opportunities for students. The environmental club is working on new projects, and students are picking their courses for next year.[...] Wed, 03 Mar 2010 19:07:00 GMT http://www.northkentleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2475315 129121168200000000 http://www.northkentleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2475314 Olympic Fever has broke...the 2010 Olympics are now a fading memory, but what memories we have. The Canadian athletes made us all proud, win or lose. I don't think I can ever remember observing so much patriotism and Canadian spirit.[...] Wed, 03 Mar 2010 19:07:00 GMT http://www.northkentleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2475314 129121168200000000 http://www.northkentleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2475313 The Dresden Junior Kings #3 midget squad took it to the Blenheim #2 team Feb. 21, winning 9-1. Blenheim's too regular trips to the penalty box proved costly. The team racked up more than 30 minutes in penalties.[...] Wed, 03 Mar 2010 19:06:00 GMT http://www.northkentleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2475313 129121167600000000 http://www.northkentleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2475312 On March 3, the Lindsay Road UCW will be meeting at the Church Hall, beginning with desserts at 1 p.m., following which Hazel Celestino, who is a clinical educator with the University Hospital, will be giving a PowerPoint presentation on hip fractures.[...] Wed, 03 Mar 2010 19:05:00 GMT http://www.northkentleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2475312 129121167000000000 http://www.northkentleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2475310 On Feb. 20, thieves entered a shop on Knoll Road in the former Orford Township and made off with some vintage tools, including a Mastercraft grinder, a toolbox and various other tools. Thieves pilfered liquor and beer from a Peter Street business in Bothwell Feb.[...] Wed, 03 Mar 2010 19:04:00 GMT http://www.northkentleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2475310 129121166400000000