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Wally receives Legion d’Honneur Medal for role in liberating France during Second World War – Province of Leicestershire and Rutland Freemasons.

21st June 2016

W.Bro. Walter Greenwood, a Past Master of Commercial Lodge No.1391 which meets in Leicester, has recently received the Legion d’Honneur Medal presented by the French Government for his contribution to the liberation of France during the Second World War. The Ordre national de la Légion d’honneur is the highest French order for military merit, established 1802 by Napoléon Bonaparte.

Royal honour for Leigh Mason

21st June 2016

A member of Leigh Lodge No 4744, who is also a Provincial Grand Steward, Steve Ralph, has been recognised by Her Majesty the Queen in her birthday honours for services to the community. It was announced in the honours list that Steve has been awarded an MBE.

An enjoyable day on the golf course

21st June 2016

Ellesmere Golf Club, Worsley, which is a beautiful parkland course that measures 6287 yards and is a testing par 70 and has a clubhouse that was rebuilt in 1996 and has all the facilities required to accommodate golfers in comfort on completion of their rounds, was the venue for the annual Eccles and District Group golf competition.

Storm clouds gather but bowls reign supreme

21st June 2016

The combination of gathering storm clouds and threatened heavy rain did not deter the dedicated bowlers of Ormskirk and Bootle Group who came together to compete for the annual crown green bowls tournament. The Dog and Gun in Aughton was once again the venue for this event.

Celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Marcus Humphrey House | Provincial Grand Lodge of Ayrshire

21st June 2016

To celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Marcus Humphrey House, RWPGM Bro. John Miller and IPPGM Bro. David Reid organised a 1st degree to be conferred on one candidate by the Reigning Provincial Grand Masters of the Provinces involved in the Friends of Marcus Humphrey House.

Best wishes to Elaine Hardy as she leaves Provincial Office

21st June 2016

After over 7 ½ years the Province of Cheshire said fond farewells to Elaine Hardy who served the Province of Cheshire as a good servant acting as…

No Such Thing as a Stranger

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Owen Olson, at 94 years old, is a gregarious guy. Sit with him awhile—preferably, in his favorite spot in the Union City Home lobby—and he’ll joke about wearing his shirt untucked in the latest fashion, and his envy for John Wayne’s big strong teeth. He’ll tell you stories about growing up in New York City, thinking that the world began and ended at the city limits. He’ll tell you about joining the Navy, and traveling the globe.

Stella star Ruth Jones comes home to Porthcawl for a strawberry tea.

20th June 2016

Stella star Ruth Jones comes home to Porthcawl for a strawberry tea.

Annual BBQ held at Marcus Humphrey House – Provincial Grand Lodge of Ayrshire

20th June 2016

On Sunday 12 June 2016 RWPGM Bro. Robert Little, IPPGM Bro. Archie Chalmers, SPGMs Bro. Jim Bell, Bro. Robert Stewart, Bro. Stephen McConnachie and Bro Stewart Cruickshank all attended the Annual BBQ held at Marcus Humphrey House. This year celebrates the 25th Anniversary of MHH coming into being. Numerous donations were presented to the House on the day including a cheque for £200 from Lodge Ayr St Paul No.204. A marvellous day of fun and friendship which was enhanced by the presence of Bro J M Marcus Humphrey of Dinnet, Past Grand Master.

Emporia Masonic Lodge honors members, awards $25,000 in Scholarships

20th June 2016

Emporia Masonic Lodge honors members, awards $25,000 in Scholarships

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