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Passersby spotted the man in distress about 1:30 p.m. on Friday afternoon and called 911, police said.
“If you go for a walk in the woods, it’s good to know what could hurt you,” he said. “Going to the beach is no different – we should know the dangers and how to spot them.”
Councillor representing Port Burwell and many citizens are voicing opposition to a pilot project that will see visitors pay up to $18 a day
It’s full steam ahead for the Port Stanley Terminal Rail, an old-style train that’s offering scenic trips out of the Lake Erie village. It opened for its 41st season this weekend and LFP photojournalist Derek Ruttan was there. druttan@postmedia.com
Former lifeguard Nathan MacIntyre is on a crusade to teach others about the dangers lurking in Southwestern Ontario Great Lakes after an especially deadly summer in the surf. MacIntyre, 43, is a massage therapist who worked 18 seasons as a lifeguard until 2016, guarding swimmers at Port Stanley’s main beach. Following the drowning death of 14-year-old Omer Buz there in July, MacIntyre’s passion for water safety was reignited. The 43-year-old is part of the Elgin County Drowning Prevention Coalition and hopes to raise awareness of rip currents through presentations to first responders and the public. He spoke with LFP reporter Brian Williams. Read More