Read the Article in the Ajax News Advertiser on the campaign to rename Cedar Park After Scott Crawford

Click below to read the Ajax News Advertiser article on renaming Cedar Park after Scott Crawford - 

https://www.durhamregion.com/news/scott-crawfords-loved-ones-want-cedar-park-renamed-after-the-late-ajax-councillor/article_72f6d086-feab-5c45-9077-0f7fbd303f24.html

Durham Radio News Article on the Campaign to get Cedar Park In Ajax Renamed to Scott Crawford Park

Click the link below to read the Durham Radio News article on the campaign by family and friends of long time Ajax resident and Councillor Scott Crawford to have Cedar Park renamed Scott Crawford Park.

https://www.durhamradionews.com/archives/180857

Ganaraska Financial Credit Union Joins Forces with Tammies Jammies and Port Hope Police for a Heartwarming Pajama Drive Kickoff on November 15th

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Ganaraska Financial Credit Union  Joins Forces with Tammies Jammies and Port Hope Police for a Heartwarming Pajama Drive Kickoff on November 15th

Port Hope, ON., November 2023 – Ganaraska Financial Credit Union is proud to announce its collaboration Tammies Jammies and the Port Hope Police for a special event being held at the Ganaraska Financial Credit Union on the evening of November 15th, 2023, from 5:30pm to 7:00pm. The evening will mark the launch of a heartwarming initiative, inviting everyone to contribute by bringing a new pair of pajamas.

In the spirit of giving, when you bring a new pair of pajamas, you have a chance to win a pair of tickets to the enchanting production of "Jack and the Beanstalk" at Capitol Theatre.

The event promises to be a delightful gathering, with several dedicated supporters joining in to offer their unwavering support for the children. Notable participants include:

- The Children's Foundation
- Tammie and Tammie's Team
- Northumberland News
- Port Hope Panthers players
- And many more.

A warm invitation is being made to the community to stop by, say hello, and enjoy a cup of apple cider. Everyone is welcome!

As the holiday season approaches, we are gearing up for another exciting year of making a difference. Our primary goal is to collect as many pajamas as possible to support the children in Hyland Shores, in partnership with both the Children's Foundation and Family Foster Care, under the umbrella of the Children's Aid Society. Your continued support is invaluable and greatly appreciated.

Join us on November 15th from 5:30pm to 7:00pm, and together, let's bring warmth and comfort to the children in need. Your kindness can make a world of difference.

For further information and inquiries, please contact Jerry Siebarth by emailing
jwfs@hotmail.com.

Ganaraska Financial Credit Union is located at 17 Queen Street in Port Hope.

Press Release courtesy of MacArthur Media

Kakouros Family Christmas Toy Drive Helps Bring Christmas To Children for Twelfth Year

Kakouros Family Christmas Toy Drive Helps Bring Christmas To Children for Twelfth Year

Ajax, ON - This year marks the twelfth year that the Kakouros Family Christmas Toy Drive is taking place, transitioning from a food drive. The drive started November 13th and goes on until December 13th. The toy drive accepts new unwrapped toy donations, as well as cash donations that are used to buy toys. Toy and cash donations can be dropped off at Petrina's Billiards located at 21 Harwood Avenue South in Ajax, Ontario. A link is also available for online donations. Over seventy sacks of toys were donated last year to local charities and organizations in Ajax and the Durham Region.

The Kakouros family moved to Canada from Greece in 1961, moving to Ajax in 1969. For thirty-five years they have been serving the community partnering with the Town of Ajax, Salvation Army, and other organizations in the area, to help those less fortunate.

Help Santa bring smiles on Christmas day by supporting this worthy cause. For more information contact Frank Kakouros at 905-626-9111.

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Press Release - Celebrity Artist Kurt Lehner Making First Appearance at PopX in Ottawa

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Celebrity Artist Kurt Lehner Making First Appearance at PopX in Ottawa

Ottawa, ON – Celebrity Artist Kurt Lehner will be appearing for his first time at the PopX Popular Culture Expo in Ottawa, Ontario on June 24^th, 25^th, and 26^th at the Nepean Sportsplex.

Lehner, born in Toronto, Ontario, has had a passion for comic book and fantasy art from a very early age. His career has included working for such companies as Walt Disney, Warner Brothers, Marvel, Dreamworks, Nelvana Studios, and many others.

Kurt’s talent as a senior character and development designer can be seen on such familiar shows as Gargoyles, The Rescue Heroes, All Dogs Go To Heaven 2, Space Jam, W.I.L.D. Cats, Cadillac’s and Dinosaurs, Beauty and the Beast – The Enchanted Christmas, Rupert, The Marvel Action Hour, Ned’s Newt, with a list of many more. He was featured in a New York Times article for his work in the animation industry.

Kurt also works with children and students as an instructor and speaker through workshops.

For PopX, Kurt will have a limited show exclusive lithograph.

For more information on Kurt Lehner, visit his web site at kurtlehner.blogspot.com.

PopX brings together all the world of pop, culture, comics, cosplay, movies and TV series, as well as collectibles. Visit www.popxhq.com for more information.

The Nepean Sportsplex is located at 1701 Woodroffe Avenue in Nepean, Ontario.

Press Release - Cultivate Festival Hosts Fundraiser for Ukrainian Refugee Aid at Capitol Theatre

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Cultivate Festival Hosts Fundraiser for Ukrainian Refugee Aid at Capitol Theatre

Port Hope, ON – On Sunday, May 22^nd, 2022 the Cultivate Festival will hold a fundraiser at the Capitol Theatre for ONLY FARE, a Ukrainian Refugee Aid Fund, as part of the LAUNCH! Festival.

Held at the Capitol Theatre in Port Hope from 7pm to 11pm, entertainment will be provided by the Lemon Bucket Orchestra and friends. There will also be custom cocktails by local mixologist, Wes Galloway, and an art auction that will include original works from artists throughout Northumberland County including Vera Litnkski, Paul Bailey, Melanie Day and more. All in support of ONLY FARE.

“Cultivate Community is all about giving back where you can,” says Executive Director Jeff Bray. “At times it’s hard to imagine exactly how we can contribute to an issue as big as the war on Ukraine. Our friends in the Lemon Bucket Orchestra were working hard on their own fundraising and we saw an opportunity to both support them and entertain and engage the community,” he added.

ONLY FARE was started by Lemon Bucket front man, Mark Marczyk and Ukrainian photographer, Peter Andrew Lustyk.

Cultivate Community actively strengthens regional communities by engaging local citizens in the discovery and celebration of arts and culture via grassroots leadership, creative partnerships and innovative artistic programming.

Their flagship, award winning, event, Cultivate Festival, arrived on the scene in 2015 and has been growing with the community ever since. Built on the values of sustainability, equity and inclusion, Cultivate Festival prides itself on celebrating what’s happening in our own backyard in a world class way.

This event was made possible by funding from the provincial and federal government grants to support arts and culture during COVID, specifically, the ReConnect Ontario Fund and the Support for Workers in Live Arts and Music Stream through Canadian Heritage.

Through the generous sponsorship from the Rotary Club of Port Hope, children are free for this event.

For more information visit www.cultivatefestival.ca/launch.

Press Release - Northumberland Pro Wrestling Returns to Cobourg Community Centre

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Northumberland Pro Wrestling Returns to Cobourg Community Centre

Cobourg, ON - Fans of the pro wrestling mat action will be able to get their fix on Saturday, May 21, when Northumberland Pro Wrestling returns to the Cobourg Community Centre.  Doors open at 6:30 pm, bell time 7:00 pm.

Following up on the Northumberland Royale event, which saw the first ever Northumberland County Professional Wrestling Champion crowned in a tournament in April, new champion Tarik will compete in a tag team match with his partner Tornado, as they take on the team of “Relentless” John Atlas and “Irish” Jake O'Reilly.

The Northumberland County Tag Team Wrestling Champions Buck Gunderson and Rob Rage will defend their championship against The Temple, consisting of “Penthouse” Lenny Lilac and “Roughhouse” Jeff Black.

Port Hope native Vaughn Vertigo will be returning from his successful UK tour, and Northumberland Pro Wrestling has obtained special permission for Vaughn to defend his PCW UK Cruiserweight Championship against the man who has vowed to end Vertigo's hometown undefeated streak, Shane Sabre.

In a #1 Contender's match for the Northumberland County Professional Wrestling Championship, “EZE” Eric Cairnie will step into the ring with “The Saturday Night Delight” Tyler Tirva; Daddy Davis will compete against “Wrestling's Greatest Popstar” Jesse Bieber; and “Superstar of David” Tomer Shalom will square off against Scotty the Body.  In addition, there will be two big women's matches.

Advance tickets are $15 each available at the Northumberland Pro Wrestling Facebook page, which fans can find at www.northumberlandpro.com.  Tickets at the door will be $20 each.

Northumberland Pro Wrestling is also looking for sponsors for this event.  Contact Derek Sharp at northumberlandpro@gmail.com for more information.