Lennoxville honours its own

Sherbrooke’s Lennoxville Borough honored seven individuals and two organizations Thursday for their outstanding achievement in community service in recent years.

The "Art and Culture" award was presented to Alberta Everett, who distinguished herself with her crochet and knitting workshops.

The "Civic Involvement and Volunteering" award was given to Jimmy Donnachie, an outstanding volunteer who is very notably involved in the Dixville Home Foundation.

The "Business Development" Award was presented to Tri-knit-t, represented by Linda Connelly Maskell, for the way the knitwear store has become a valued space for sharing and exchange.

The "Education" award was presented to Wade Lynch for his contributions to Bishop's University's Wellness and Mental Health Research Group.

The Lennoxville Volunteer Firefighters Heroism Award was presented to Firehouse Productions, a group of seven volunteers who organize events to raise money for the firefighter toy drive and to help local organizations realize dreams and wishes.

The "Sports" award was won by the Champlain College football team for its outstanding 2017 season.

The "Youth Leadership" award was granted to Sarah-kim Bergeron for her involvement in several organizations promoting youth sport.

The "Urban planning" award was given to Grace Village, which offers residents and their families a variety of living and care environments.

Finally, the Donald Patrick Award, presented in recognition of outstanding service to the community, was presented to Maureen Quigg, who has been instrumental to the community’s social and cultural development through the Lennoxville Library, the Uplands Museum, and the Historical Society.