Counter Pedophilia Investigate Unit

By Tiffany Mayer, OSPREY NEWS NETWORK - Her official job title is hostess at the Russell Avenue Community Centre. But Grace Black would say “a little bit receptionist, a little bit secretary” would also do when it comes to describing what she does.

“It’s really a little bit of everything,” said Black, who has worked at the centre for 2 1/2 years.

Two weeks ago, a little bit of everything included tipping off authorities that a person with the same name as a person convicted of assaulting children was frequenting the centre, which is also a popular spot for youth.

Now a St. Catharines city councillor wants to recognize Black with a letter from council expressing gratitude for the job she does at the centre. (more…)