Royal Canadian Legion Branch 157. The Legion Week parade has been approved not only for this year, but in the years to come as well. Royal Canadian Legion Fort Malden Br. 157 president Shawn Wilkie appeared before town council asking for the event permit be approved in perpetuity, something elected officials agreed to. Fees will also be waived in perpetuity. “National Legion Week is designed to educate the public on the good work that the Legions do for our communities,” said

Teajai Travis concluded his practice walk for the “750 For Peace” walk May 17 in Amherstburg. He is preparing to walk from Ottawa to Windsor starting July 1 in the main “750 For Peace” event. Teajai Travis is on a mission to unite people, promote peace and help others. He is walking long distances to prove that point. Travis will be one of the walkers that will be participating in the “750 For Peace” walk, one that starts July 1 on Parliament Hill in Ottawa and ends 32 days l

Amherstburg schools were well represented at the recent “Day of Champions” event at Sandwich Secondary School in LaSalle. North Star High School entered a team of student athletes and leaders. The Anderdon Public School band performed both days. A track and field event in the style of Special Olympics returned last week. The Greater Essex County District School Board (GECDSB) presented its annual “Day of Champions” track and field days recently at Sandwich Secondary School in