Mayor David Bailey and Coun. Steve Howes welcomed Paris District High School students to the County of Brant Council Chambers, where participants took on the roles of mayor and councillors while learning firsthand about municipal government, leadership and the decision-making process that helps shape their community.
Members of the Paris Lions Club and Paris Optimist Club present a cheque for $6,800 to Campfire Circle staff during a recent visit to the camp’s Waterford site. The donation will help provide camp experiences for children and families affected by childhood cancer. Pictured: Optimist Wendy Bear, Lion Rod Laframboise, Lion David Arsenault, Amy Tahmizian with Campfire Circle, Optimist Andrée Lamarch
Volunteer members of the Paris Optimist Club and Lions Club of Paris are joining forces to help raise money for Campfire Circle. Both volunteer-based organizations do a great deal within the community to help youth. Pictured left to right back row: Larry Crawley (Optimist), Mel Osborne (Optimist), David Arsenault (Lions), David Boyd (Lions), Ted Bickell (Lions), Rod Laframboise (Lions). Front row
Earlier in the week leading up to Canada Day the Miss Canada Day pageant sponsored by the Paris Optimist Club was a highlight, showcasing local talent sponsored by clubs and organizations from Paris and the surrounding area. Alongside this, the town buzzed with activity, hosting a variety of events such as the three-day bicycle rally, the prestigious Canada Week golf tournament, a charming pet sho

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