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Don Rickers

Don Rickers

A life-long Niagara resident, Don Rickers worked for 35 years in university and private school education, with a focus on enrollment management, international student marketing, and community relations. He segued into journalism in his retirement with the Voice of Pelham, an award-winning weekly newspaper with a print and online presence. Don holds a masters degree in education from Brock University, and is a member of the Canadian Association of Journalists

Recent Work by Don

Award-winning Niagara-on-the-Lake author no fan of Artificial Intelligence

Award-winning Niagara-on-the-Lake author no fan of Artificial Intelligence

NOTL author Colin Brezicki unveils latest book of short stories
LOWES SEX ASSAULT CASE: After 38 proceedings, a potential conclusion?

LOWES SEX ASSAULT CASE: After 38 proceedings, a potential conclusion?

Lawyer for accused says 'resolution in principle' in place
Appearance 37 in Richard Lowes case

Appearance 37 in Richard Lowes case

Fonthill butcher's sexual assault charges remain mired in procedure after two and a half years
Lacrosse prowess propelled Mike French from small-town Niagara to big-city Philadelphia

Lacrosse prowess propelled Mike French from small-town Niagara to big-city Philadelphia

Prolific scorer and promoter of the national summer game thankful for support he received throughout his career
Push for Niagara municipalities to reduce carbon footprint

Push for Niagara municipalities to reduce carbon footprint

50by30Niagara encourages net zero emissions by 2050
FIRST PERSON: Witnessing rescue off Greek coast (updated)

FIRST PERSON: Witnessing rescue off Greek coast (updated)

Niagara Village Media contributor aboard cruise ship that responded to migrant boat distress call in Mediterranean Sea
Climate change rally to urge political action

Climate change rally to urge political action

Niagara Region and its 12 municipalities challenged to reduce emissions 50 percent by 2030
Avian flu outbreak in West Lincoln may impact other areas

Avian flu outbreak in West Lincoln may impact other areas

Backyard chickens, songbirds, and indoor pet birds could be at risk of catching bird flu when they have access to the outdoors
Radio enthusiasts stand ready to assist throughout Niagara

Radio enthusiasts stand ready to assist throughout Niagara

Licensed HAM operators have a role to play in emergency preparedness
Safe Sport e-book highlights critical issues and practices

Safe Sport e-book highlights critical issues and practices

Sport should be a safe experience for all athletes, young and old, male and female, elite and recreational, free from sexism, racism, intimidation, and disrespect. So says Julie Stevens, associate professor in the Department of Sport Management
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