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Deputy Mayor Netty McEwen got into the holiday spirit.

June 25, 2025

The Independent

The rain let up just in time for Plympton-Wyoming residents to celebrate Canada Day a little early.

The town’s special events committee hosted the party at Minielly Park in Camlachie Saturday.

The Magic Express took kids around the grounds while the adults enjoyed the car show.
Linsday Lester, 12, of Sarnia played on one of the inflatables.
Cara Dutot was showing her strength.
Ezra Sonier, 5, of Camlachie, was carefully taking one of the free cupcakes.

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