Guns and Hoses poster for the OPP vs. firefighters game in Mitchell. (Photo provided by Perth County OPP)Guns and Hoses poster for the OPP vs. firefighters game in Mitchell. (Photo provided by Perth County OPP)
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Guns and Hoses charity game to raise money for Victims Services

Local police and firefighters will meet in a battle on the ice this weekend for charity.

The Perth County OPP and Perth County Firefighters will square off on Saturday, March 9th at the Mitchell Community Centre to play a charity hockey game that will raise funds for Victim Services Bruce Grey Perth.     Admission is by cash donation or non-perishable food items.

Prior to the game there will be a free family skate from 4:45 until 5:45, with the game dubbed Guns and Hoses taking place at 6:00.

Victim Services Bruce Grey Perth is dedicated to providing short-term emotional support, practical assistance and referrals to long term services to victims of crime and tragic circumstance.

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