Rather than ramble on about the love of my life and struggle to put into words how much she means to me in honour of Valentine’s Day this past Monday, I’m going to take a very different route in this edition of my column.
Kin Paddyfest 2022 quickly taking shape
With a glimmer of spring on the horizon in addition to some pandemic-related restrictions set to loosen, many locals are starting to ask the million-dollar question with March right around the corner.
Skilled arrangement
Listowel Florist employees Amy Whittaker (front) and Vanessa Tasker display a pair of bouquets assembled during the Valentine’s Day rush on Feb. 14. Owners Ray and Brenda Heeres said that approximately 400 flower orders were filled on what is traditionally one of their busiest days of the year.
Cyclones drop pair of home tests in return to action
Following an extended layoff that spanned a month and a half, the Listowel Junior Cyclones returned to the ice for regular season play over the weekend, dropping a pair of home matchups to the Caledon Bombers and Stratford Warriors.
Nearly one-third of all COVID infections in Huron-Perth attributed to 2022 alone
Nearly one-third of all regionally-reported COVID-19 cases since the onset of the pandemic have occurred since Jan. 1 of this year, according to numbers presented by Medical Officer of Health Dr. Miriam Klassen during Huron Perth Public Health’s bi-weekly media briefing on Feb. 2.
dynafit University announces relocation in spring
As the COVID-19 pandemic prepares to close out its second full year, the local business community continues to adapt to what is a constantly-evolving, seemingly all-encompassing situation.
Local couple celebrates 65th wedding anniversary
Life has a funny way of panning out. One simple course of action early on can have a direct effect on the path one takes for the rest of their time spent on this earth.
North Perth Fire Department seeking new recruits
“There’s just nothing better than that feeling if you were able to help someone on their very worst day.”
Community Living North Perth offers ‘Ultimate Valentine’s Date Night’ this month
With lovers and sweethearts set to celebrate Valentine’s Day in likely more of low-key format for the second straight year, Community Living North Perth (CLNP) is offering a romantic alternative that will also make a difference in the lives of its local clients.
Clothing Loft, Diana Sweets hope to reopen this week
If all goes to plan, patrons of The Clothing Loft and Diana Sweets Restaurant will be able to return in-person to the downtown Listowel businesses this week.
Monday shinny in Atwood
The Atwood Lions Club outdoor rink has been a busy spot this winter, offering both family skating times and slots for some good old Canadian shinny, which locals Ayden Marsh, Owen Smith, Kiyran Coulter and James Armstrong (front) took full advantage of on Monday afternoon, Jan. 31. (Below) Smith eye
An issue that shouldn’t be one at all
The sheer fact that we need to potentially implement this particular safety precaution/deterrent is ludicrous. But it’s absolutely necessary to help curb idiocy.
Fire at Harwill Farms destroys driving shed, tractors
The mutual response of three area departments prevented a fire from getting out of hand at Harwill Farms on Jan. 26.
Listowel Throwdown to test entrants’ physical abilities, benefit local gyms
At the end of the day, the upcoming virtual Listowel Throwdown really stands to benefit all parties involved.
Junior Cyclones bulk up at GOJHL trade deadline
When the Listowel Junior Cyclones return to regular season play following the latest provincial government-implemented pandemic lockdown, the club will be a deeper one prior to the hiatus.
