The third annual Noelle's Gift of Fitness is being hailed as another success. Over $67,000 was raised at this year's event, well above the goal of $50,000. Spokesperson Jackie Major Daamen says to date the event has collected just over $222,000. [audio mp3="http://blackburnnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/noelles-gift-2.mp3"][/audio] Money raised benefits Noelle's Gift. The charity, which focuses on ensuring every student in Lambton County has the resources needed to thrive, was launched in memory of 27-year-old school teacher Noelle Paquette. Since its inception nearly $500,000 has been raised.
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