Kelsey Bent

Making the Listowel Agriculture Hall his office for the day, Grant Abraham, leader of the newly established United Party of Canada, used the space to drum up support for his party.

The quilting group of the Atwood United Church was recently celebrated during a church service on their 25 anniversary, with an original member in attendance.

Howick firefighter, Nathan Lock, is pictured cooking at the Howick Firefighter’s Breakfast fundraiser on Oct. 20 at the Howick Fire Station.

WINGHAM - A community Diwali celebration was hosted at the Wingham Columbus Centre on Oct. 20. The event featured Indian cuisine, traditional music, a Bhangra dance performance, and henna tattoos, pictured is Parisha Kumas showing off hers.

In 30 years, Listowel District Secondary School’s (LDSS) fundraising efforts for The Terry Fox Foundation has amounted to $144,121.28. For their anniversary year, the school has set a goal to raise $2,000. 

Battle of the Badges held at the Steve Kerr Memorial Arena in Listowel on Oct. 20.

Despite opposition from several delegations, Perth County council adopted its new Official Plan (OP) at an Oct. 17 council meeting without including amendments for development projects underway.

The culmination of many volunteers’ dedicated time has resulted in a beautiful and peaceful commemorative place, which shines a light on what was one of the darkest moments in this town’s history. 

Martine Desrosiers and her husband Jeff Whiteside are preparing for their 15th annual Halloween House fundraiser at 640 Maple Avenue North. 

A local couple started the trend of decorating for Halloween on the main street in the village of Atwood. Their hopes of it catching on have come true, inevitably turning Atwood into a Halloween town.

The Gowland family were among those enjoying some family time at the farm. 

The addition to the Perth County courthouse, named Connecting Link, is nearing completion with an anticipated occupancy date in November.