Local Terry Fox Run looks to build on record-breaking year

Local runners will lace up this weekend in support of cancer research.The annual Terry Fox Run/Walk is scheduled for Sunday, September 20 at Canatara Park.Run Organizer Laurie Rome said last year's event collected just over $72,000 towards cancer research, a record for the local event."It's a very family-friendly event so bring the kids and there's lots for them to do," said Rome. "It's about getting together, sharing stories and making money for research. The weather is kind of questionable, bu