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Hamilton Spectator
4 hours ago
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- Hamilton Spectator
Royal Canadian Legion joins Veterans Affairs Canada at the 25th anniversary of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
OTTAWA, May 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Royal Canadian Legion shared the history of how Canada's Tomb of the Unknown Soldier came to be, during a special Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) event in Ottawa this morning. The story was part of the commemoration that took place on May 28th – the same day the soldier was originally interred in the final resting place at the site of the National War Memorial in Ottawa, in the year 2000. Legion Grand President, Vice-Admiral (Ret'd) Larry Murray, who was deputy minister of VAC at the time, spoke on behalf of the Legion about the great collaboration. 'I recall the thoughtful deliberations, the selfless efforts and the superb teamwork by all involved during the planning and preparation phases,' he shared. VAdm (Ret'd) Murray also noted how significant the tomb remains today, with busloads of students and others visiting throughout the year, and as a site of deep reflection at Canada's National Remembrance Day Ceremony; afterwards, attendees often place their lapel Poppies of Remembrance on the tomb. Brigadier-General (Ret'd) Duane Daly is a former Legion Dominion Secretary (now referred to as National Executive Director) and the tomb's project director. He, and past Dominion President the late Chuck Murphy, were instrumental in making things happen. BGen (Ret'd) Daly recounted some of the initial challenging history , and the overwhelming government and community support that eventually led to the tomb's successful completion. 'By early 2000, the remedial work to modify the foot of the National War Memorial was completed and the tomb itself was crafted using the Legion's design template based on the altar at Vimy (Canadian National Vimy Memorial, in France),' he said. The soldier later lay in state at Parliament, and a ceremonial parade including a Royal Canadian Mounted Police mounted horse and a vintage gun carriage, escorted the solider to the final resting place. Her Excellency Governor General Mary Simon took part in the 25th anniversary event and shared her thoughts. She laid a wreath at the site, after which other special representatives including the Honourable Jill McKnight, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, laid a Poppy at the tomb. 'As we mark 25 years since Canada's Unknown Soldier was laid to rest at the National War Memorial, I am deeply grateful to all Canadians who have served and sacrificed for peace and freedom. The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier stands as a powerful tribute to those who have served, those who gave their lives, and those who will serve. Today and always, we honour them,' said Minister McKnight. The Governor General of that time, The Right Honourable Adrienne Clarkson, was also present for the morning event. During the commemoration, several students from Glebe Collegiate Institute helped tell the story of one soldier - whose grave remains unknown - through some letters shared with his family during the First World War. Guests included representatives of Veteran groups, and community leaders. The placing of a Remembrance torch near the tomb, and a fly-past of a CH-147F Chinook helicopter also helped mark the ceremony. BGen (Ret'd) Daly ended his remarks thanking VAC for acknowledging this milestone and speaking about the legacy of Remembrance that will endure at the site. 'This tomb will forever stand as the focus of Remembrance for all those who have gone before us, for all those who serve today, and for all those who may be called upon again in the future,' he expressed. A second unknown soldier was recently laid to rest in Newfoundland , also the result of a project led by the Legion and supported by government. In May 2024, a special delegation traveled from Canada to France to receive the remains of an unknown First World War soldier from Newfoundland who served at Beaumont-Hamel in France; at a time when that province was a separate dominion of the British Empire and not yet part of Canada. On July 1, the unknown soldier was also interred at the refurbished Newfoundland National War Memorial which was rededicated to mark its 100th anniversary. Led by the Legion's Newfoundland Command, the event was planned and executed in close partnership with all levels of government and additional supporters. For more on the history of the tomb in St. John's, visit: Tomb in St. John's . For more on the history of the tomb in Ottawa, visit: Tomb of the Unknown Soldier . About The Royal Canadian Legion Incorporated in 1926, the Legion is Canada's largest Veteran support and community service organization. We are a non-profit organization with a national reach across Canada as well as branches in the U.S. and Europe. With 270,000 members, many of whom volunteer an extraordinary amount of time to their branches, our strength is in our numbers. National Public Relations / Media Inquiries: PublicRelations@ / 343-540-7604 - Nujma Bond Photos accompanying this announcement are available at
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5 hours ago
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Royal Canadian Legion joins Veterans Affairs Canada at the 25th anniversary of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
National memorial was a Legion vision that became a reality with government and community support 25th anniversary of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier 25th anniversary of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier 25th anniversary of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier 25th anniversary of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier OTTAWA, May 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Royal Canadian Legion shared the history of how Canada's Tomb of the Unknown Soldier came to be, during a special Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) event in Ottawa this morning. The story was part of the commemoration that took place on May 28th – the same day the soldier was originally interred in the final resting place at the site of the National War Memorial in Ottawa, in the year 2000. Legion Grand President, Vice-Admiral (Ret'd) Larry Murray, who was deputy minister of VAC at the time, spoke on behalf of the Legion about the great collaboration. 'I recall the thoughtful deliberations, the selfless efforts and the superb teamwork by all involved during the planning and preparation phases,' he shared. VAdm (Ret'd) Murray also noted how significant the tomb remains today, with busloads of students and others visiting throughout the year, and as a site of deep reflection at Canada's National Remembrance Day Ceremony; afterwards, attendees often place their lapel Poppies of Remembrance on the tomb. Brigadier-General (Ret'd) Duane Daly is a former Legion Dominion Secretary (now referred to as National Executive Director) and the tomb's project director. He, and past Dominion President the late Chuck Murphy, were instrumental in making things happen. BGen (Ret'd) Daly recounted some of the initial challenging history, and the overwhelming government and community support that eventually led to the tomb's successful completion. 'By early 2000, the remedial work to modify the foot of the National War Memorial was completed and the tomb itself was crafted using the Legion's design template based on the altar at Vimy (Canadian National Vimy Memorial, in France),' he said. The soldier later lay in state at Parliament, and a ceremonial parade including a Royal Canadian Mounted Police mounted horse and a vintage gun carriage, escorted the solider to the final resting place. Her Excellency Governor General Mary Simon took part in the 25th anniversary event and shared her thoughts. She laid a wreath at the site, after which other special representatives including the Honourable Jill McKnight, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, laid a Poppy at the tomb. 'As we mark 25 years since Canada's Unknown Soldier was laid to rest at the National War Memorial, I am deeply grateful to all Canadians who have served and sacrificed for peace and freedom. The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier stands as a powerful tribute to those who have served, those who gave their lives, and those who will serve. Today and always, we honour them,' said Minister McKnight. The Governor General of that time, The Right Honourable Adrienne Clarkson, was also present for the morning event. During the commemoration, several students from Glebe Collegiate Institute helped tell the story of one soldier - whose grave remains unknown - through some letters shared with his family during the First World War. Guests included representatives of Veteran groups, and community leaders. The placing of a Remembrance torch near the tomb, and a fly-past of a CH-147F Chinook helicopter also helped mark the ceremony. BGen (Ret'd) Daly ended his remarks thanking VAC for acknowledging this milestone and speaking about the legacy of Remembrance that will endure at the site. 'This tomb will forever stand as the focus of Remembrance for all those who have gone before us, for all those who serve today, and for all those who may be called upon again in the future,' he expressed. A second unknown soldier was recently laid to rest in Newfoundland, also the result of a project led by the Legion and supported by government. In May 2024, a special delegation traveled from Canada to France to receive the remains of an unknown First World War soldier from Newfoundland who served at Beaumont-Hamel in France; at a time when that province was a separate dominion of the British Empire and not yet part of Canada. On July 1, the unknown soldier was also interred at the refurbished Newfoundland National War Memorial which was rededicated to mark its 100th anniversary. Led by the Legion's Newfoundland Command, the event was planned and executed in close partnership with all levels of government and additional supporters. For more on the history of the tomb in St. John's, visit: Tomb in St. John's. For more on the history of the tomb in Ottawa, visit: Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. About The Royal Canadian LegionIncorporated in 1926, the Legion is Canada's largest Veteran support and community service organization. We are a non-profit organization with a national reach across Canada as well as branches in the U.S. and Europe. With 270,000 members, many of whom volunteer an extraordinary amount of time to their branches, our strength is in our numbers. National Public Relations / Media Inquiries: PublicRelations@ 343-540-7604 - Nujma Photos accompanying this announcement are available at in to access your portfolio
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5 hours ago
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Royal Canadian Legion joins Veterans Affairs Canada at the 25th anniversary of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
National memorial was a Legion vision that became a reality with government and community support 25th anniversary of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier 25th anniversary of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier 25th anniversary of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier 25th anniversary of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier OTTAWA, May 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Royal Canadian Legion shared the history of how Canada's Tomb of the Unknown Soldier came to be, during a special Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) event in Ottawa this morning. The story was part of the commemoration that took place on May 28th – the same day the soldier was originally interred in the final resting place at the site of the National War Memorial in Ottawa, in the year 2000. Legion Grand President, Vice-Admiral (Ret'd) Larry Murray, who was deputy minister of VAC at the time, spoke on behalf of the Legion about the great collaboration. 'I recall the thoughtful deliberations, the selfless efforts and the superb teamwork by all involved during the planning and preparation phases,' he shared. VAdm (Ret'd) Murray also noted how significant the tomb remains today, with busloads of students and others visiting throughout the year, and as a site of deep reflection at Canada's National Remembrance Day Ceremony; afterwards, attendees often place their lapel Poppies of Remembrance on the tomb. Brigadier-General (Ret'd) Duane Daly is a former Legion Dominion Secretary (now referred to as National Executive Director) and the tomb's project director. He, and past Dominion President the late Chuck Murphy, were instrumental in making things happen. BGen (Ret'd) Daly recounted some of the initial challenging history, and the overwhelming government and community support that eventually led to the tomb's successful completion. 'By early 2000, the remedial work to modify the foot of the National War Memorial was completed and the tomb itself was crafted using the Legion's design template based on the altar at Vimy (Canadian National Vimy Memorial, in France),' he said. The soldier later lay in state at Parliament, and a ceremonial parade including a Royal Canadian Mounted Police mounted horse and a vintage gun carriage, escorted the solider to the final resting place. Her Excellency Governor General Mary Simon took part in the 25th anniversary event and shared her thoughts. She laid a wreath at the site, after which other special representatives including the Honourable Jill McKnight, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, laid a Poppy at the tomb. 'As we mark 25 years since Canada's Unknown Soldier was laid to rest at the National War Memorial, I am deeply grateful to all Canadians who have served and sacrificed for peace and freedom. The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier stands as a powerful tribute to those who have served, those who gave their lives, and those who will serve. Today and always, we honour them,' said Minister McKnight. The Governor General of that time, The Right Honourable Adrienne Clarkson, was also present for the morning event. During the commemoration, several students from Glebe Collegiate Institute helped tell the story of one soldier - whose grave remains unknown - through some letters shared with his family during the First World War. Guests included representatives of Veteran groups, and community leaders. The placing of a Remembrance torch near the tomb, and a fly-past of a CH-147F Chinook helicopter also helped mark the ceremony. BGen (Ret'd) Daly ended his remarks thanking VAC for acknowledging this milestone and speaking about the legacy of Remembrance that will endure at the site. 'This tomb will forever stand as the focus of Remembrance for all those who have gone before us, for all those who serve today, and for all those who may be called upon again in the future,' he expressed. A second unknown soldier was recently laid to rest in Newfoundland, also the result of a project led by the Legion and supported by government. In May 2024, a special delegation traveled from Canada to France to receive the remains of an unknown First World War soldier from Newfoundland who served at Beaumont-Hamel in France; at a time when that province was a separate dominion of the British Empire and not yet part of Canada. On July 1, the unknown soldier was also interred at the refurbished Newfoundland National War Memorial which was rededicated to mark its 100th anniversary. Led by the Legion's Newfoundland Command, the event was planned and executed in close partnership with all levels of government and additional supporters. For more on the history of the tomb in St. John's, visit: Tomb in St. John's. For more on the history of the tomb in Ottawa, visit: Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. About The Royal Canadian LegionIncorporated in 1926, the Legion is Canada's largest Veteran support and community service organization. We are a non-profit organization with a national reach across Canada as well as branches in the U.S. and Europe. With 270,000 members, many of whom volunteer an extraordinary amount of time to their branches, our strength is in our numbers. National Public Relations / Media Inquiries: PublicRelations@ 343-540-7604 - Nujma Photos accompanying this announcement are available at in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Press and Journal
5 hours ago
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- Press and Journal
Highland League digest: Turriff United boss Warren Cummings on new signing plus Formartine United and Deveronvale news
Turriff United manager Warren Cummings is delighted to have brought Murray Thompson back to the club. The 21-year-old midfielder was previously at the Haughs between 2020 and 2023 and made 36 appearances. He then moved to Rothie Rovers before joining Dyce for the 2024-25 campaign. But Thompson has now returned to Turra on a four-year deal. Boss Cummings said: 'We're really happy to have signed Murray, he's someone I've liked for a while, having seen him playing for Rothie and then Dyce. 'He's got a lot of ability and makes a big impact in the final third. It's taken a while for us to get the deal done, but we're happy to have sorted it out now. 'I know Murray was previously at the club, but he had left before I became manager. 'However, a few different people at Turriff mentioned him to me and have always spoken highly of him. 'Then once I watched Murray I could understand why he was held in high regard because I could see his talent. 'Hopefully he can make a big impact for us in the new season. With Callan Gray moving to Fraserburgh we were looking to add some more creativity to the squad and Murray provides that.' Cummings has also bolstered his squad for the next term with defender Scott Robertson, midfielders Sam Garnham and Dylan Souden and striker Miller Keir signing pre-contracts with Turriff in January. Robertson, Garnham and Souden all join from Dyce, while Keir arrives from Hall Russell United. Meanwhile, Formartine United have secured Rhys Thomas, Luke Strachan and Brody Alberts on new contracts. Defender Thomas, 23, joined the Pitmedden outfit in January 2023 from Cove Rangers and has made 62 appearances, 24-year-old defender Strachan joined last August from Cove and has featured 30 times, while striker Alberts, 19, spent last term on loan at fellow Highland League club Keith, where he scored six goals. Elsewhere, Deveronvale goalkeeper Sean McIntosh has been made available for transfer. The former Rothes and Dufftown custodian joined the Banffers in the summer of 2021 and is under contract until the summer of 2026. However, other clubs have now been notified that McIntosh is available for a move.
Yahoo
7 hours ago
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Truck involved in pursuit crashes into Chemung home, injures occupants. Driver charged.
A Tioga County man faces several felony charges after a pickup truck crashed into a Town of Chemung home May 27, injuring two occupants. Around 9:25 p.m. Tuesday, state troopers from the Horseheads barracks responded to a report of a motor vehicle slamming into a residence at 959 Dry Brook Road. A preliminary investigation revealed a 2014 Toyota Tundra, operated by 43-year-old Terry Lynn Murray, of Lockwood, had been involved in a pursuit initiated by the Sayre Borough Police Department. The chase was discontinued after the vehicle crossed into New York state, state police said. At some point after that pursuit ended, Murray crashed his truck into the Chemung home, according to troopers. Two residents were extricated from the home by emergency medical personnel after being injured. One of the occupants, 71-year-old Connie A. Miller, suffered serious internal injuries and was transported to Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, state police said. She was in critical condition Wednesday. John J. Miller, 76, sustained non-life-threatening injuries, troopers said. Murray was arrested at the scene, and subsequently charged with first-degree vehicular assault, driving while intoxicated with a prior DWI conviction within the past 10 years, and first-degree aggravated unlicensed operation, all felonies. Public safety Former Penn State WR Crushshon-Fleming hurt, passenger killed in Bradford County ATV crash Murray was arraigned in Town of Ashland Court and committed to the Chemung County Jail in lieu of bail. The investigation into the incident is continuing. Follow Jeff Murray on X (Twitter) @SGJeffMurray. To get unlimited access to the latest news, please subscribe or activate your digital account today. This article originally appeared on Elmira Star-Gazette: Pickup truck crashes into Chemung house, leading to felony charges
