'Amazing' volunteers pack purses

Tess Nelson makes period packs holding feminine hygiene products during a packing party for The Period Purse on Friday evening at Harvest Algoma. The charity’s fall campaign created 470 bags filled with toiletries, clothing and treats to help women in need. Contributions from 31 Sault Ste. Marie Construction Association businesses generated 223 bags, with another 247 made Friday. About 22 volunteers turned out – the most yet for The Period Purse’s Sault Ste. Marie chapter. &ldq