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Annual “Hogs for Horses” ride continues to support WETRA
WETRA’s Kali had no problem hanging out with Iron Horse Motorcycle Club’s Kevin Telfer (above) and club president Stacy King. The Iron Horse Motorcycle Club presented its annual “Hogs for Horses” ride Sept. 27 and it supported WETRA. One of the four stops along the route was Royal Canadian Legion Fort Malden Br. 157 in Amherstburg. What do the Iron Horse Motorcycle Club (IHMC) and the Windsor-Essex Therapeutic Riding Association (WETRA) have in common? Horsepower. The two gro

Fred Groves
Sep 292 min read


Rain doesn’t dampen enthusiasm at “Uncommon”
Despite frequent bouts of rain throughout the Sept. 18-20 weekend, the Amherstburg Uncommon Festival was held with people dressing up and having a good time. Ron “Bob” Ross enjoyed the festivities (below) while the adult entrants in Sunday’s costume contest were recognized (Above). The Amherstburg Uncommon Festival still drew crowds over the weekend, even if they did get wet at points. Rain came across the region last Saturday and attempted to dampen proceedings, but those wh

Ron Giofu
Sep 223 min read


Legion Week underway in Amherstburg, long-time members honoured
A ceremony was held Saturday morning at the start of Legion Week. Legion Week started last weekend and continues throughout the rest of this week into this coming weekend. Rain played a part in the start of Legion Week, as rain last Saturday caused the cancellation of the parade. An opening ceremony was still held Sept. 19 inside Royal Canadian Legion Fort Malden Br. 157. “The Legion is near and dear to me,” said Annette Knight, the Legion’s 1st vice president. Legion membe

Ron Giofu
Sep 223 min read
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