NEWS

Police need your unused mitts and socks

Do you have extra pairs of socks or gloves you leave in the corner of your closet? Don’t throw them away and donate them to the less fortunate Police say.

The police 11 division are launching their Second Annual Hats, Mitts, Gloves, Scarves and Socks Drive on Nov. 29 and need your donations.

They are looking for the High Park community to donate clean and unused winter wear to provide it to people around your neighbourhood for this winter. All donations will be distributed by social service agencies that support the ones in need.

You can drop off all donations at 11 division police station at 2:00pm to 4:00pm on Nov. 29. The final drive day is Dec. 11 12:00pm to 2:00pm.

You can also drop off your donations at:

– 11 Division Station at 209 Mavety Street
– Annette Street Library at 145 Annette Street
– Green Apple Kids at 3605 Dundas Street West
– High Park/Parkdale Social Services at 1900 Dundas Street West
– MPP Cheri DiNovo’s Community Office at 3136 Dundas Street West
– Nonna’s Place at 1419 Bloor Street West
– Perth – Dupont Library at 1589 Dupont Street
– Swansea Town Hall at 95 Lavinia Avenue

For more information call Debbie of the 11 Division Community Response at 416-808-1153