Proceeds of the September 2022 Listowel Tim Hortons smile cookie campaign were presented to the Ontario Student Nutrition Program – Southwest Region (OSNP-SW) on Jan. 12, a total of $19,893 raised between the Wallace Avenue North and Mitchell Road South locations. Owners Robert and Carolyn Rumph sai
Listowel residents raise concerns about water clarity
Kelly Munroe simply has to turn on any tap in her house to know that something is off with her water.
Madill varsity boy drops third straight hockey contest
The F.E. Madill varsity boys Mustangs had their losing streak extended to three games following a 5-1 defeat at the hands of South Huron in Huron-Perth Athletics high school hockey action on Jan. 11 at the North Huron Wescast Community Complex. Madill (1-6-0) will look to rebound on Wednesday with a
Ironmen stymie Capitals to halt losing streak
The Wingham Ironmen came out on top of a tight defensive contest Sunday afternoon against the visiting Walkerton Capitals to pick up their first win of 2023 and halt a four-game losing skid in the process.
Redhawks take two from Cyclones in weekend set
A little post-holiday rust may have been a contributing factor for the end result on Friday night at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex, but it also likely didn’t help matters that the Listowel Cyclones were hosting one of the GOJHL’s hottest clubs of late.
Milverton 4 Wheel Drives hosting pair of alumni games, Jan. 21
The Milverton 4 Wheel Drives’ storied 57-year history will take centre stage on Saturday, Jan. 21, when the organization hosts a pair of alumni games prior to the current squad’s WOAA Senior AA Hockey League regular season matchup with the Tavistock Royals.
Thursday morning curling
The Thursday morning open league continues to be a popular winter attraction for curlers of all ages and skill levels at the Listowel Curling Club; pictured are Atwood’s Dave and Frances Long taking advantage of the ice time on Jan. 5. The LCC offers a number of different leagues to suit any schedul
Diana Sweets set to transition restaurant into new marketplace, café style business
Diana Sweets officially closed its doors as a restaurant at day’s end on Sunday, Jan. 8. But by the end of next month, owners Matthew and Tami Cressey will be reopening them to introduce the Diana Sweets Marketplace & Café, ushering in a new era for the iconic downtown Listowel business.
Listowel welcomes first baby of 2023
Welcome to the world, Brynlee Saige Frey.
World Juniors restored to normalcy
For most hockey fans, flipping on the IIHF World Junior Hockey Championships is as much a holiday tradition as flipping on the lights for the Christmas tree. There’s nothing quite like gathering around the television with family on Boxing Day, cocktail in hand, and watching Canada kick the crap out
Ironmen come out flat to open 2023 schedule
It was not the start to 2023 the Wingham Ironmen were looking for in their return to PJHL action last weekend, dropping a pair of decisions to opponents trailing them in the North Pollock Division standings.
Eluding the forecheck
The U13 Listowel Rep B squad clashed with the Walkerton Capitals on Dec. 20 at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex prior to the holiday break. Walkerton took a 5-2 decision over the Cyclones. Pictured: Listowel defenseman Tyse Hayter eludes a Walkerton forecheck.
Ironmen resume campaign versus Flyers
The Wingham Ironmen resume their season on Friday night, when they help kick off the 2023 PJHL schedule with a game against the Goderich Flyers at the North Huron Wescast Community Complex.
Junior Cyclones resume season this Friday night
The Listowel Junior Cyclones get back to work this coming Friday night, Jan. 6, when they host the Cambridge Redhawks in the first tilt of a home-and-home set to help kick off the 2023 GOJHL schedule.
Local couple spreads holiday cheer with goodwill signage
Driving through her neighbourhood in the days leading up to Christmas, something kept catching Debb Ritchie’s eye.