http://www.northkentleader.com Recent Local News en-us Copyright: (c) 2009 www.northkentleader.com, All rights reserved. http://www.dresdenleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1625716 The staff and students of Zone School to welcome new principal The end of a school year often brings a few changes, to which Zone School in Bothwell will be undergoing as the staff and students say goodbye to a few faces, however, it is also a chance to welcome new ones into the fold.[...] Tue, 23 Jun 2009 10:11:00 GMT http://www.dresdenleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1625716 128902254600000000 http://www.dresdenleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1625715 Chatham-Kent police are stepping up to the plate and asking area residents to do the same Members of the Chatham-Kent Police Services are stepping up to the proverbial dinner plate as they begin a month long food drive that will be used to assist with the municipality’s Outreach For Hunger [...] Tue, 23 Jun 2009 10:11:00 GMT http://www.dresdenleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1625715 128902254600000000 http://www.dresdenleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1625714 Local CAT committee sets goals of communication as group project The Upper Thames Community Acton Team, which encompasses the areas of Bothwell, Thamesville, Kent Bridge and Wabash, have made it their divisional project to promote the area’s events.[...] Tue, 23 Jun 2009 10:10:00 GMT http://www.dresdenleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1625714 128902254000000000 http://www.dresdenleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1625713 Wellness centre expands its services to area residents thanks to terrific response Sharron Charron of Bothwell’s Head to Toe Wellness Centre says it is thanks to the terrific response on her new business that she has now incorporated a nail esthetician to her services.[...] Tue, 23 Jun 2009 10:09:00 GMT http://www.dresdenleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1625713 128902253400000000 http://www.dresdenleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1594367 In small communities like Bothwell, Dresden and Thamesville, it isn't uncommon to see several people riding around on their bicycles. With the gorgeous weather approaching and everything being located a convenient five or 10-minute ride away, it just makes more sense.[...] Tue, 02 Jun 2009 10:24:00 GMT http://www.dresdenleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1594367 128884118400000000 http://www.dresdenleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1594366 Storefronts and signposts around Dresden are sporting new signs announcing the watchful eyes of the Dresden Business Watch, said Brent Babcock, captain of the program.[...] Tue, 02 Jun 2009 10:22:00 GMT http://www.dresdenleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1594366 128884117200000000 http://www.dresdenleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1594361 Bringing news back to its grass roots in the listening communities is the goal of five Chatham-Kent residents who will soon be known as the Five Amigos Broadcasting Inc.[...] Tue, 02 Jun 2009 10:18:00 GMT http://www.dresdenleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1594361 128884114800000000 http://www.dresdenleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1584513 The Alvinston Indians improved their game standings of one to three at this point of their young season, after capturing a win in Glanworth in St. Thomas and District Major Fastball League action last Wednesday evening.[...] Tue, 26 May 2009 14:40:00 GMT http://www.dresdenleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1584513 128878224000000000 http://www.dresdenleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1584512 The Alvinston Indians improved their game standings of one to three at this point of their young season, after capturing a win in Glanworth in St. Thomas and District Major Fastball League action last Wednesday evening.[...] Tue, 26 May 2009 14:39:00 GMT http://www.dresdenleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1584512 128878223400000000 http://www.dresdenleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1584511 Yay for Us! ...I'm far from joining Green Peace but I do 'try' to be environmentally friendly. I recycle, I don't use pesticides, I walk to work (yah I know, the whole 100 steps), I buy shoes, instead of a car.[...] Tue, 26 May 2009 14:37:00 GMT http://www.dresdenleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1584511 128878222200000000 http://www.dresdenleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1582681 Area resident, Christine Filby, says she will once again lace her jogging shoes in the name of charity as she runs 36 kms from the Dresden Casino to Port Lambton in support of the RCR Educational Fund for Children of Fallen Soldiers on June 6.[...] Mon, 25 May 2009 13:59:00 GMT http://www.dresdenleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1582681 128877335400000000 http://www.dresdenleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1582680 SMGH foundation fundraiser a success We would like to thank everyone in the community who helped organize the Cirque Sublime Hospital Fundraiser held on Saturday May 2, at the Gemini Sportsplex. The experience for us was exciting and one that required many people to work together.[...] Mon, 25 May 2009 13:58:00 GMT http://www.dresdenleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1582680 128877334800000000 http://www.dresdenleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1575674 The Dresden fairgrounds was the place to be when it came to watching the annual demolition derby held this past weekend. The event marked the holiday weekend and was followed by a fireworks display.[...] Wed, 20 May 2009 11:49:00 GMT http://www.dresdenleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1575674 128872937400000000 http://www.dresdenleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1575667 On May 8 a Thamesville male resident lodged in the police headquarters until sober after being intoxicated in a public place. The police responded to a call of mischief on Base Line in the former Camden Township after suspects smashed the complainant's mailbox causing approximately $50 damage.[...] Wed, 20 May 2009 11:44:00 GMT http://www.dresdenleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1575667 128872934400000000 http://www.dresdenleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1575664 I just don't get it ...why don't people attend local events? It puzzles me, people will spend big money to attend something at the J.L.C. in London, the Royal Alex or the Rogers Centre in Toronto, but they won't spend $5, $10 or even a free event, to support something local.[...] Wed, 20 May 2009 11:43:00 GMT http://www.dresdenleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1575664 128872933800000000 http://www.dresdenleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1575661 A group of 19 senior citizens visited the Uncle Tom's Cabin Historical site from Detroit, Michigan last Thursday morning. The residents of St.[...] Wed, 20 May 2009 11:42:00 GMT http://www.dresdenleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1575661 128872933200000000 http://www.dresdenleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1575658 The staff of Harold Marcus Trucking Ltd., in Bothwell, is moving towards a greener future as they are busily retrofitting nine of their tucks with an anti idling device that will produce less greenhouse emissions thanks to the Green Commercial Vehicle Program.[...] Wed, 20 May 2009 11:41:00 GMT http://www.dresdenleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1575658 128872932600000000 http://www.dresdenleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1575655 A job fair geared for registered nurses, registered practical nurses and graduate students who are interested in gaining first hand information of joining the Riverview Gardens professional nursing team will be held on May 27.[...] Wed, 20 May 2009 11:40:00 GMT http://www.dresdenleader.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1575655 128872932000000000