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These stories about the people making positive impacts in our community are made possible through the continued support of Dr. Hopkins & Associates Optometry as part of our Community Leaders Program.

Terry Fox Run 'has got to keep going'

Terry Fox Run 'has got to keep going'

Candace Dickson’s one-block walk was no less heroic than Terry Fox’s epic journey 40 years ago. Though she could barely walk a block just six years ago, she insisted on participating in the Thorold Terry Fox Run, as she does every year
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Sherry’s promise

Sherry’s promise

Before she passed away on June 30, Sherry DiFruscia made one request of her husband Anthony: to promise that he “Never forget her.” On Sept. 12, he and their three children will pay tribute to their beloved wife and mother, in a very special way.
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Small but mighty

Small but mighty

Thorold has one of the smallest clubs in Canada, but helps thousands of people
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Hitting a home run for Thorold kids

Hitting a home run for Thorold kids

A passionate volunteer team has worked hard to ensure Thorold kids can play ball, despite pandemic
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Thorold South resident reaches out

Thorold South resident reaches out

“Rotary Opens opportunities”
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Friends of Beaverdams hosting high-end virtual four-day yard sale

Friends of Beaverdams hosting high-end virtual four-day yard sale

Bargains galore will become available online this July 20 to 24.
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Palmerino pledges to help hometown

Palmerino pledges to help hometown

In Thorold and Pelham, Joe Palmerino has been helping the most vulnerable members of society for five years.
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Thorold craft show exhibitors ease nurses' pain

Thorold craft show exhibitors ease nurses' pain

What began as a way to protect her fiancé—a front line transport truck driver—quickly morphed into a substantial sewing stint for Beverley Interisano. Likewise, Leta Virag helped health workers during a critical phase in the COVID-19 crisis.
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Thorold native boosts food banks coffers through children’s book

Thorold native boosts food banks coffers through children’s book

"Where Did the World Go?" explains Covid-19 to children
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Thorold seamstress has front line health workers covered

Thorold seamstress has front line health workers covered

Inspired by her daughter, who’s a nurse on the front lines, Marlene Hamilton is helping bring comfort to health workers
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