Blackburn Radio's George Brooks in studio on April 9, 2015. (Photo by Mike James.)Veteran Blackburn Radio announcer George Brooks is retiring today after 44 years in the business.
Listen to a chat with Brooks and BlackburnNews.com's Mike James, taking a look back on his career, his battle with cancer and his plans for retirement.
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SPS Board Chair Kelly Ash said the decision followed discussions with Acting Chief Mike Federico and aligns with practices at other police services.
The annual Canada Day parade will begin at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 27, from Wildwood Park to Kenwick Park.
The $7.6 million project, which also involved water and sewer infrastructure improvements, began in 2024.
The Toronto Blue Jays dropped their third in a row Thursday, 6-5 to the visiting Texas Rangers, and the Detroit Tigers suffered a 2-1 loss to Houston.
The week-long celebration starts on Saturday and continues to next Friday.
Environment Canada said Thursday night that severe thunderstorms were moving further east after rain and high winds affected portions of the region.
