Still Time to Cram a Cruiser by Constable (Cst) Katherine Lockwood
The “Cram a Cruiser” event is back, bringing community members together to donate food and toys for families in need. Since its inception in 2015, this annual event has be- come a cherished tradition of collecting non-perishable food items and toys that are distributed to local families during the holiday season. Each year, Strathroy-Caradoc Police Service partners with the Salvation Army to park police cruisers at grocery stores and local shopping establishments. Community members are en- couraged to “cram” these cruisers full of non-perishable food items and unwrapped toys, which the Salvation Army sorts and distributes. The food donations help stock local food pan- tries, while the toys bring holiday cheer to children in need. Last year, the Salvation Army Strathroy delivered 380 family Christmas hampers. This fundraiser was a crucial part of that effort. The first two collection days happened in November, but there are two more dates you can help “Cram a Cruiser” this holiday season: December 2 from 5 to 8 pm at the Strathroy Real Canadian Superstore, 626 Victoria Street. December 12 from 5 to 8 pm at the Canadian Tire Store, 24614 Adelaide Road. If you can’t visit on the event dates, you can still help support families by donating directly to the Salvation Army at 71 Mait - land Terrance in Strathroy. The Cram a Cruiser event reminds everyone that small contri- butions can add up to make a big impact, providing not just the essentials but also joy during a season that can be challenging for many families. As the event celebrates nearly a decade of service, the Salva - tion Army Strathroy and the Strathroy-Caradoc Police Service are hopeful that 2024 will be their most successful year yet. Photos courtesy of the Strathroy-Caradoc Police Services
(L to R) Rayah Craigwhite, Tessa Craig, Santa Claus, Nova Craig and Ava Wren at Middlesex Spine and Sport Clinic in Mount Brydges.
Cst. McIntyre and Cst. Lockwood
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