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Hussam Elghussein

Hussam is a reporter with Vista Radio, where he has been covering a wide range of stories — from local accidents to provincial announcements — since late 2022. Originally from London, Ont., he is also passionate about video games, film, and theatre.

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Stratford Kidney Walk aims to support those affected by kidney disease

The event is organized by the Kidney Foundation Of Canada's Waterloo Wellington and District Chapter, and officials said proceeds support research projects and offer programs for those affected by kidney disease.

$200K in funding available through SPCF community grants program

Stratford and Perth County Community Foundation announced today they're opening the Fall application of their Community Grants Program.

Stratford Kiwanis Garlic Festival to return for 17th year

The Stratford Kiwanis Garlic Festival is returning this weekend, with this year's event marking 17 years since the festival started running in 2007.

Ongoing campaign aims to support Stratford seniors through shopping

ONE Care Home & Community Support Services has launched the Shop for Seniors Campaign, where local businesses in Stratford, St. Marys, Wingham, and Dashwood will donate a portion of their sales proceeds to the not-for-profit this September.

Raising money for cancer research: 40th Terry Fox Run set for Stratford

September 14 marks the 40-year anniversary of the Stratford Terry Fox Run, where residents will run, walk, or cycle at Upper Queens Park to raise money for cancer research.

‘Thought provoking’ film Meet The Barbarians coming to Stratford Film Festival

As part of its monthly series, the Stratford Film Festival will be playing Meet The Barbarians on September 20, written and directed by Julie Delpy, an actor best known for her work on the Before trilogy with Ethan Hawke.

Everybody (and the pooch) in the pool at Dash and Splash party

Humane Society of Kitchener Waterloo & Stratford Perth has announced the return of Dash & Splash, a big event aimed to celebrate the bond people have with their pets.

Expansions at Listowel and Milverton schools now complete

Perth-Wellington MPP Matthew Rae has announced that 98 student spaces and 88 childcare spaces have been added to Listowel Eastdale Public School and Milverton Elementary School.

United Way looking for new members for Social Research & Planning Council

United Way Perth Huron is looking for new people to join the council, which helps guide the research process for United Way.

New board chaplain announced for upcoming school year

The Huron-Perth Catholic District School Board has announced that Deacon Dan McPhee has been appointed to this role for his work in the community and parishes.

Scrapbooking Garage Sale set for St. Marys

The Town of St. Marys has announced the return of the Scrapbookers Garage Sale, run by St. Marys Friendship Centre volunteers.

Almost a year since pool closure, pool renovation project still ongoing

Town of St. Marys staff has worked on renovating the centre since last November, with the facility having been closed as part of the project.

Stratford Festival wins inaugural cricket match at new Lower Queens pitch

Team Captain Emilio Vieira said it was the stuff of dreams getting the cricket pitch installed, adding that it brought a tear to his eye.

Surgery a success, fundraising goal reached for hurt kitten

The society says the six-week-old kitten Penny was found on the side of the road missing her front leg from the elbow down, with the bone above it broken.

Learn how to save a life this International Overdose Awareness Day

The awareness day, set for August 31, aims to honour the lives lost to overdose, support those grieving these losses, and to take action to prevent more overdoses.

Not going anywhere: Dragon Boat Festival to take place in Stratford

Festival organizers announced they have all the approvals needed to pump water from a gravel pit to the Avon River ahead of race day.

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Stratford Kidney Walk aims to support those affected by kidney disease

The event is organized by the Kidney Foundation Of Canada's Waterloo Wellington and District Chapter, and officials said proceeds support research projects and offer programs for those affected by kidney disease.

$200K in funding available through SPCF community grants program

Stratford and Perth County Community Foundation announced today they're opening the Fall application of their Community Grants Program.

Stratford Kiwanis Garlic Festival to return for 17th year

The Stratford Kiwanis Garlic Festival is returning this weekend, with this year's event marking 17 years since the festival started running in 2007.

Ongoing campaign aims to support Stratford seniors through shopping

ONE Care Home & Community Support Services has launched the Shop for Seniors Campaign, where local businesses in Stratford, St. Marys, Wingham, and Dashwood will donate a portion of their sales proceeds to the not-for-profit this September.

GOJHL: Preseason rolling along for local junior B teams

Stratford Warriors welcome St. Andrews College Saints to the William Allman Memorial Arena for a preseason game on Saturday night at 7:30 p.m.
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