The Lions Club has been pouring in support for victims of the fire this summer at 99 McNaughton Ave. in Chatham.
The club has greeted returning residents with Food Basics gift cards of $150 each.
In all, the club raised nearly $19,000, with $18,000 of that being used to purchase the gift cards.
The local Lions say it was possible thanks to donations from local residents, the Chatham Royal Canadian Legion, and Lions Clubs from London to Winsdor.
“Food Basics was fantastic and gave us break in the cost,” Lions officials said in a media release. Once everyone has returned to the building, the Chatham Lions are going to wrap up the support with a welcome-back BBQ lunch.
“I can’t even imagine what each of them has gone through, but they have held up despite all,” Lion Cynthia Hiatt said. “Some lost everything. We will continue to do what we are able.”
Hot meal for Christmas
Quo Vadis in Chatham is opening its doors on Christmas Day.
The restaurant will be serving a hot meal for those in need.
Hours on Dec. 25 are from noon to 3 p.m. for the meal.
End of a fashion era
Nina Marie’s in Chatham is closing down.
Marie Anderson, who closed her Blenheim store in 2019, said she’s retiring and shuttering the Chatham boutique.
“After almost four decades in the fashion industry, I have decided to retire,” she said in a media release. “The journey has been incredible, and I am immensely grateful for your patronage.”
Nina Marie’s will remain open until mid-January.
Anderson hopes someone with a passion for fashion steps up and continues operating the store.
Swifties tea time
Mrs. Bell’s Tea Room will be hosting a special tea party for all the Taylor Swift fans in Chatham-Kent.
The event will feature music videos on the screen, some Taylor trivia, making a card and friendship bracelet, and tea and treats.
The tea party, named Swiftie Par-Tay, will be held on Jan. 4 with 2 seatings, 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
Call 226 627-0248 to reserve a table or book online at www.mrsbellstearoom.com
Everyone is encouraged to wear their Swiftie gear, as a prize will be awarded to the best fan outfit.
Campbell Toyota sold
A Hamilton dealership group has purchased Campbell Toyota.
Parkway Motors Auto Group acquired the dealership earlier this fall.
Campbell Toyota has been a cornerstone of the Chatham community, family-owned and operated for three generations.
Two key members of the Campbell Toyota family, Jeff Brewer and Bob Brewer, remain with the dealership as general manager and service manager.
“We are honoured that Wayne and Carrie Carroll, who have been exemplary stewards of Campbell Toyota, have entrusted us with this responsibility,” said Ilya Pinassi, president of Parkway Motors Auto Group, in a media release.
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