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Emerald ash borer arrives in Fredericton, city takes measures to contain spread

The ash tree-destroying insect was first spotted in the city earlier this month. A select number of trees will be treated, but the expense of the treatment won’t allow for all city ash trees to undergo the process.


Racist messages painted onto trees at Vancouver’s Riverview Park

Swastikas and the words “White Power” were found on at least eight trees in Riverview Park. The Vancouver Park Board said in a statement that it was “heartbroken and enraged” by the weekend incident.


London golfers say city’s decision to shut down River Road course is short sighted

They argue that as the COVID-19 pandemic continues, the demand for golf will be just as great as it was in 2020 when safety protocols prohibited many other sports and recreational pursuits from taking place.


CTRF endorses nomination of veteran superintendent into golf hall of fame

The Canadian Turf Research Foundation (CTRF) has thrown its support behind the nomination of Bruce Klaasen for induction into the Saskatchewan Golf Hall of Fame.
 
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