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16 Independent & Free Press,Thursday, July 28, 2011 Georgetown teen among 156 to receive Duke of Edinburgh Award A Georgetown teen received a Duke of Edinburgh Award last week. Laura Crawford was among 156 youths awarded the Gold Award of Achievement from Prince Edward at a ceremony at Evergreen Brickworks in Toronto. The award is given to youth aged 14 to 25 who have had achievements in community service, skill development, physical recreation and adventurous journey. Crawford's service was at the local food bank and as a member of the Mayor's Youth Action committee. Her adventurous journey was a hiking trip to Algonquin Park, her skill is the trumpet, for fitness she plays soccer and basketball and enjoys hiking. She also took a two-week Introduction to Leadership course in Trenton. The award encouraged Crawford to lead an active lifestyle. She also gained confidence to try new things and as a result became more self-reliant. She's a member of many activities at school including the concert band and senior wind ensemble. Crawford hopes to become a registered dietitian after earning her human nutrition degree at University of Guelph. The award was founded by Prince Philip to encourage personal development and community involvement for young people. Since its establishment in Canada in 1963 more than 500,000 young Canadians have taken the challenge, which has bronze, silver and gold levels of the award. 60 years of service Royal Canadian Legion Branch 120 (Georgetown) president Ray Clark (right) pins a 60-year pin on longtime member Shel Lawr, at the recent Legion's Awards and Recognition Reception. The Georgetown branch handed out award pins recognizing members' service from five years all the way up to 60. Photo by Ted Brown georgetown fitness boot camp $ 5.00 As low as a class Georgetown's ORIGINAL G and #1 fat loss program Free Nutritional Plan! call to redeem Program will achieve: · 3-5% Reduction in Body Fat & loss of 5-12 lbs. · 100% Gain in Energy · No Contract Morning classes now available! Serving Georgetown & Acton georgetownfitnessbootcamp.com 647-988-4237