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CIBC Wood Gundy Completes a Promise
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August 27, 2010
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CIBC Wood Gundy recently delivered their final installment of a $50,000 pledge towards the Maternity and Neonatal Unit at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital (NRGH).
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18th Annual Golf for Life Classic in Support of Emergency Expansion
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August 27, 2010
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It’s time to tee off for healthcare. The Nanaimo & District Hospital Foundation’s 18th Annual Golf for Life Charity Classic is set for September 10th at Fairwinds Golf Course in Nanoose.
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The City of Nanaimo Wave Babes an Unstoppable Fundraising Force
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August 27, 2010
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The Nanaimo City Wave Babes have worked their magic to raise an amazing $11,500 for breast cancer diagnostic equipment for the Nanaimo Regional General Hospital.
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Telus Employees Dialed into Healthcare
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August 27, 2010
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Stan Cameron, Vice President of the Mid-Island Chapter of Telus Ambassadors, stopped by the Nanaimo & District Hospital Foundation to deliver $3,840 for healthcare in the Central Island area.
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Lantzville Legion 257 Delivers Poppy Funds for Healthcare
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August 27, 2010
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Barry Ostrand, President of the Royal Canadian Legion 257 in Lantzville, dropped off two donations for the benefit of veterans receiving care at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital.
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Thirst Quenching Generosity
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July 26, 2010
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Nine year old Lindsey O'Donnell raised over $28 for our Hospital at her family's garage sale by selling ice tea and cookies.
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Scuba Divers Have High Stake Fun
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July 26, 2010
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The 4th Annual Great Nanaimo Poker Dive hosted by Sink or Swim Scuba raised $1,676 for the children's play area at the new Emergency Department in Nanaimo Regional General Hospital (NRGH).
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Nanoose Bay Coastal Community Credit Union Gives $1,000
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July 26, 2010
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The Coastal Community Credit Union - Nanoose Bay Branch showed their community spirit with a generous donation of $1,000 towards the Emergency Expansion at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital (NRGH).
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Top Fundraiser for Run for Life Recognized
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July 15, 2010
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More than $16,000 was raised during the 7th annual Run for Life May 30th thanks to the hard work of participants like seven year old Sarah Carey. Sarah was recognized as the top youth fundraiser for the event and collected $245 in pledges to support our Hospital.
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The Inter Tribal Health Authority Donates $6,000 to Renal Cause
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July 15, 2010
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The Inter Tribal Health Authority, which represents 29 Member First Nations on Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast, donated $6,000 to the new Renal Dialysis Unit under construction at the Nanaimo Regional General Hospital.
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Megan Saunders Just Likes Helping People
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July 15, 2010
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Six year old Megan Saunders insisted that her guests bring cash donations to her birthday party, rather than presents. Twenty of her best friends and classmates did just that, allowing Megan to raise $300 for the Nanaimo & District Hospital Foundation.
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Hannessen Sisters Show their Community Spirit
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July 15, 2010
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Two young sisters, Ella and Katrin Hannessen, collected $225 at their birthday parties and donated the funds to the Paediatric Unit at NRGH to help kids at our Hospital.
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Ladies Auxiliary 257 Lantzville Legion Dedicated to your Health
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July 7, 2010
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The Seaview Centennial Ladies Auxiliary to 257 Lantzville Legion continue to show their loyal support to Central Vancouver Islander residents with their most recent donation of $1,500 to the Nanaimo & District Hospital Foundation.
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NRGH Cancer Clinic Receives $3,000 from DDT Golf Classic
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June 17, 2010
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Berk's Intertruck and Devlin Electric Signs united for a good cause at their Annual DDT VIII Golf Classic in 2009. The proceeds of the yearly fundraiser will be directed to the Cancer Clinic at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital (NRGH).
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"Malaika" Means "Angel" in Swahili
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June 17, 2010
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Malaika Macoun was named for the Swahili word for "angel" in honour of her family's special connection to Kenya where Swahili is one of the official languages. She recently donated her birthday party proceeds to the Nanaimo & District Hospital Foundation.
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7th Annual Run for Life a Healthy Success
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June 3, 2010
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More than 150 runners challenged their family and friends, their colleagues, and themselves to the fun 5K Run for Life to help the Nanaimo & District Hospital Foundation raise funds for the new Emergency Expansion at NRGH.
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The Fraternal Order of Eagles donates $1,000 to Hospital Foundation
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May 25, 2010
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The Fraternal Order of Eagles Nanaimo Aerie continue to consider the health and wellness of Central Vancouver Island citizens by presenting the Nanaimo & District Hospital Foundation with a $1,000 donation.
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Young Philanthropist Turns 6th Birthday into a $890 Donation for Kids
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May 10, 2010
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Ethan Matsuo understands the power one young person can have. When he invited guests to his 6th birthday party he asked them to bring money rather than presents. As a result of Ethan's generosity he raised $890 for the Paediatric Unit at NRGH.
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Celebrating Our Volunteers During National Volunteer Week
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May 5, 2010
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The Society of Organized Services (SOS), the Vancouver Island Health Authority (VIHA) and the Nanaimo & District Hospital Foundation/Nanaimo Lifeline Program recognized their volunteers in Oceanside during National Volunteer Week.
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Nanaimo Auxiliary to NRGH Contributes $230,000 to Healthcare
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April 26, 2010
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More than 200 devoted Auxiliary volunteers have once again proven their dedication to the health and well-being of Nanaimo residents by donating $230,000 to the Nanaimo & District Hospital Foundation for the purchase of equipment for the Emergency Department Expansion at NRGH.
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Lotto for Life Runners-Up Thrilled with New GMC Terrain
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April 26, 2010
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Second place is just fine for Bob and Hinako Parker, the couple's lucky ticket was drawn second to last at the Nanaimo & District Hospital Foundation's April 17th Lotto for Life Final Draw.
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Nanaimo & District Shrine Club Give $7,000
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April 26, 2010
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The Nanaimo & District Shrine Club #10 delivered a substantial donation towards the purchase of an Ultrasound Transducer for Neonatal infants staying at NRGH.
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Lotto for Life Rewards Deserving Couple with $100,000!
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April 23, 2010
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Long-time retired hospital employee has been buying Lotto for Life tickets every year of the lottery's 17 year history. Find out more about this year's grand prize winner!
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Easter is a Family Affair
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April 23, 2010
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The Roberts family carefully created handcrafted decorations, collected comforting stuffed animals, and bundled pictures and crayons to colour and then delivered their special treats to sick children in the Paediatric Unit at NRGH on Easter weekend.
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Parksville Legion Branch #49 Continues to Serve
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April 23, 2010
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The Parksville Mount Arrowsmith Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion recently presented $1,842.82 to Gale Prokopiw and Brian Lorbetskie of Trillium Lodge, for the purchase of medical equipment for residents.
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Parksville Qualicum Shrine Club Recognized for Outstanding Support
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April 23, 2010
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The Parksville Qualicum Shrine Club received a plaque on the "Sea of Life", a recognition wall in the Ambulatory Care Wing at NRGH for their steadfast support of healthcare excellence.
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Quality Foods Customers Help Support Healthcare Excellence
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April 23, 2010
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Quality Foods increased their annual endowment fund to the Nanaimo & District Hospital Foundation by $15,000 late last month in an effort to support the needs of their patrons.
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Thanks to the Material Management Department at NRGH!
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April 23, 2010
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The staff of the Material Management Department at NRGH knows how to make a good thing even better. Each Friday morning staff members faithfully pay a loonie (or for some, a toonie) for the right to wear jeans to work.
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Vancouver Island Kidney Patients’ Association taking action
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March 31, 2010
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The Vancouver Island Kidney Patients’ Association (VIKPA) has made a substantial contribution to the Nanaimo & District Hospital Foundation in an effort to equip the new Renal Dialysis Unit set to open in the fall of 2010 at NRGH.
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Last week to purchase Lotto for Life tickets
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March 30, 2010
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Tickets are $100 and more than 85% of the 5,000 have been sold. You have until midnight on April 8 to order your ticket for the April 17 Final Draw. Fifty fabulous prizes will be awarded, including cars, trips, and the grand prize of $100,000!
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Poppies fund Emergency Room
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March 16, 2010
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The Royal Canadian Legion Mount Benson Branch 256 recently delivered $2,000 to the Nanaimo & District Hospital Foundation for the Emergency Room Expansion at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital (NRGH).
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The Early Bird Gets the Pontiac G5
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March 4, 2010
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Noreen Ms. Waldron purchased her first Lotto for Life ticket this year at the Nanaimo & District Hospital Foundation's annual fundraiser and it earned her a 2010 Pontiac G5 from Oceanside Chevrolet Buick GMC in Parksville.
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Angels Abreast honoured with Tree of Life leaf
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March 4, 2010
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The Angels Abreast Dragon Boat Team was presented with a leaf on the Tree of Life at the Nanaimo Regional General Hospital (NRGH) in recognition of their outstanding financial contribution towards the Palliative Care Unit.
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Support the 7th Annual Save-On-Foods "Points for Kids Drive"
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March 1, 2010
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Support children’s health at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital (NRGH) through the 7th annual “Points for Kids Drive” held at all Save-On-Foods locations.
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Local cancer patients receive entertaining addition
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February 22, 2010
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The Cancer Clinic at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital received a wonderful surprise this week from some very generous donors to the Nanaimo & District Hospital Foundation - a new television.
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Scotiabank fulfills a promise
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February 15, 2010
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Scotiabank closed the deal on February 10 when it delivered the fifth and final installment of a $50,000 pledge to fund a state-of-the-art medical facility for new mothers and their babies at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital (NRGH).
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Lotto for Life tickets over 70% sold
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February 15, 2010
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Get your ticket before the Early Bird deadline at midnight on Wednesday, February 17.
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Lotto for Life tickets over 50% sold
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February 10, 2010
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Tickets for the Lotto for Life are selling faster than ever. Only 5,000 tickets are available and more than 50% have already sold.
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Birthday buddies collect donations for sick kids
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February 5, 2010
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Two young friends co-hosted their 6th birthday party for friends and family and raised an incredible $350 for sick kids at NRGH.
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Harbour City Seniors’ Crochet Group continue support of NRGH
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February 2, 2010
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The Harbour City Seniors’ Friday Crochet Group recently provided an additional $100 from their November Craft Sale, bringing their total giving close to $500 towards the new Renal Dialysis Unit at NRGH.
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Tickets for $100,000 Lotto for Life fundraiser selling fast
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January 25, 2010
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Tickets for the Nanaimo & District Hospital Foundation's 17th Annual Lotto for Life fundraiser are selling fast. More than 30% sold in the first two weeks. Buy your ticket before February 17th for the February 26th Early Bird Draw.
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The Shriners’ Sabres Drill Unit donate to Paediatric Unit at NRGH
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January 18, 2010
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The Shriners’ Sabres Drill Unit presented $500 to the Nanaimo & District Hospital Foundation to support the needs of the NRGH Pediatric Unit.
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Domino’s Pizza delivers doughnation
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January 13, 2010
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Domino’s Pizza delivered $128 to the Nanaimo & District Hospital Foundation thanks to their “Doughnation Monday” fundraising sales in December.
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Lotto for Life tickets on sale now!
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January 11, 2010
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Find out more about last year's grand prize winners and this year's Lotto for Life.
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Palms Harbourside Marina shows community spirit for healthcare
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January 8, 2010
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The Palms Harbourside Marina showed their holiday spirit during the company’s Christmas party and sold raffle tickets to attending marina patrons. Owner, John Nguyen, matched the raffle funds dollar-for-dollar for a total contribution of $960.
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Al White of RE/MAX and Rickwood’s Menswear raise funds for Foundation
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January 5, 2010
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Rickwood’s Menswear was the site of a festive night in early December. At a special holiday shopping event the store raised $365 during a raffle for a $500 gift certificate.
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