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Don Rickers

Don Rickers

A life-long Niagara resident, Don Rickers worked for 35 years in university and private school education, with a focus on enrollment management, international student marketing, and community relations. He segued into journalism in his retirement with the Voice of Pelham, an award-winning weekly newspaper with a print and online presence. Don holds a masters degree in education from Brock University, and is a member of the Canadian Association of Journalists

Recent Work by Don

The wild west is coming to a Ridgeville barn

The wild west is coming to a Ridgeville barn

Foster Festival play has rural Pelham venue this summer
Niagara politicians strengthen relationship with province

Niagara politicians strengthen relationship with province

A delegation of Niagara politicians recently descended on Queen’s Park to discuss key priorities with the Ford government; 'The trip was really instrumental for building relationships'
Fenwick Lions Parade kicks off Carnival weekend

Fenwick Lions Parade kicks off Carnival weekend

The procession of floats and vehicles is a yearly tradition for the Fenwick Lions
Local environmental group to urge political action

Local environmental group to urge political action

A rally is planned for Sunday, June 4, 2 PM at St. Catharines City Hall; 'Local politicians can’t throw their hands in the air as if it’s someone else’s problem to deal with'
Heart transplant won’t slow Fonthill Masters athlete

Heart transplant won’t slow Fonthill Masters athlete

71-year-old Jeanette Dempster hopes her swimming prowess will get her to the Canadian Transplant Games next summer; 'You need to set a goal, and work towards it'
Clapp killer's appeal denied

Clapp killer's appeal denied

Career criminal Jason Lusted, previously found guilty of manslaughter in death of Pelham business owner Earl Clapp, sought reduced sentence
Pelham Art Festival celebrates its 36th year

Pelham Art Festival celebrates its 36th year

'A wonderful atmosphere, created by a vibrant community of artists'
Veteran rowing coach returns to his Niagara roots

Veteran rowing coach returns to his Niagara roots

Grant Boyd heads the South Niagara Rowing Club, where he first learned to row as a teenager
Ride for Dad set for June 17

Ride for Dad set for June 17

Pierre Garneau at the head of the pack when it comes to raising money for prostate cancer research
Local heroes support Wellspring's Smile Cookie family fundraiser

Local heroes support Wellspring's Smile Cookie family fundraiser

Fire trucks and baked goods in plentiful supply