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The families of two men who were killed in a worksite accident on Gabriola Island, B.C., last year are filing a civil lawsuit for what they claim is negligent behaviour that led to the deaths.

Chris Straw and Marc Doré were killed on March 16, 2021, while the pair worked on the foundation of Straws new home

The widows of two men killed at a work site on Gabriola Island, B.C., have filed lawsuits against several construction companies, claiming the boom of a concrete pump-truck underwent shoddy repairs before it snapped and fell on the men last year.

AUBURN — The DeKalb Chamber Partnership, in cooperation with the Community Foundation of DeKalb County, has announced 14 DeKalb County leaders to be the second annual cohort for DeKalb LEADS, a competitive leadership development program started in fall of 2020. DeKalb LEADS aims to cultivate leaders that are well-informed, well-rounded, and engaged through training, networking, and real-world experience. This premier leadership opportunity will drive positive change and civic engagement in...

AUBURN — DeKalb LEADS is now accepting applications for the 2021/2022 cohort. Applications are due June 15 and can be found at dekalbchamberpartnership.com/leads.

Architecture news & editorial desk Leading Australian architecture and design firm, ThomsonAdsett announces the appointment of a master architect to their seniors living team, strengthening their advisory and consulting capacity in the industry. Bruce Ratcliffe, who recently joined the ThomsonAdsett team as principal - seniors living, brings to his new role over 30 years of experience in developing, planning and delivering senior communities and residential aged care facilities. Ratcliffe was p...