The Formosa Swans were welcomed to their Christmas gathering on Dec. 5 by President Mary Nichols. A short meeting saw the Swans discuss plans for the catering of the Municipality of South Bruce Christmas party. The Swans motioned to donate $300 to the Walkerton Food Bank.
Race Team #37 makes donation to Easter Seals
Ang Freiburger, on behalf of Race Team #37, met with Charlene Myke, the development manager for Easter Seals, on Saturday, Nov. 26, to give their yearly donation to Easter Seals.
Formosa CWL gather for Christmas meeting
The Formosa Catholic Women’s League held its Dec. 6 meeting with Christmas spirit floating through the hall.
St. Joseph’s CWL honours long-serving members
Members of St. Joseph’s Catholic Women’s League – Cargill received service pins and scrolls on Nov. 27 in recognition of their years of service to the group. Pictured: (Front row, from left) Cathy Vanderlee, 40 years; Cathy Elphick, 50 years; and Wendy Weatherall, 40 years. (Back row) Anne Graf, 40
Visions of Christmas toys from yesteryear
Our pioneering ancestors made do with home-made presents at Christmas. Mother could sew a rag doll for her daughter. Father might whittle a toy horse for his son. Then as families prospered they were able to buy gifts in the local general store, practical gifts like dishes, a new coat or boots.
Rotary Club of Walkerton makes first draw of 2022-23 Walkerton Lottery
The Rotary Club of Walkerton held the first draw of its 2022-23 Walkerton Lottery on Dec. 8. Winners are Kevin and Kristen Schaab ($1,000), Bonne Noble ($500), Cory Culbert ($300), Angela Freiburger ($250), Dave Batte ($200) and Dr. Papaioannou ($150). The draw was made by exchange student Palmy Wiw
Second Hand Rose Shop donates $4,000 to Walkerton hospital
The Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation (WDHF) received a donation of $4,000 from the Second Hand Rose Shop on Tuesday, Dec. 13. Pictured at the cheque presentation are, from left: Pat Simpson, WDHF director; Brittany Hawkins, WDHF executive director; and Monica Zettel, Shirley Kuntz and Bria
IN PHOTOS: 2022 Fashion Show fundraiser in Wingham
The hottest ticket in town on Nov. 25 was the Fashion Show held at the Wingham Knights of Columbus Centre. The sold-out show featured vintage dresses from the 1920s to the 1970s, as well as a variety of pieces from today. The fashion show raised $2,000 for the Wingham and District Hospital and $700
Back 9’s summer Wednesday league makes donation to food bank
Members of the Back 9’s summer Wednesday league made a $550 contribution to the Listowel Salvation Army Food Bank in November. Pictured, from left: George Arlein, Dale Fleischauer, Dennis Biehn, Keith Baker, Miles Dadson, Ron Walter, Rob Dosman, Wilf Genzle, Ralph Dwarika and Aub James present a che
Westfield hosts North Region Intermediate Volleyball Tournament
Avon Maitland’s North Region Intermediate Volleyball Tournament was hosted by North Perth Westfield Elementary School on Dec. 7, with five area schools taking part. The F.E. Madill Grade 8 team won the girls’ division, while Howick won the boys’ bracket.
Promar Karate competes at Virtual World Karate Championships
Promar Karate from Listowel did extremely well at the Virtual World Karate Championships this year. With COVID-19 knocking out live tournaments, much of the martial arts world turned to virtual karate over the past couple years. The Virtual World Karate Championships had competitors from Canada, U.
Listowel Cyclones send four local league teams to Regional Silver Stick in Collingwood
Four Listowel Local League teams competed in the Regional Silver Stick championships in Collingwood last weekend.
Gift ideas for seniors
For many years, I have worked in various capacities as a nurse in the community with frail elderly. Many of them still reside at home or in a retirement home. While pushing well into their late 80s and 90s, these people try to make the best of life after experiencing many losses. In some cases, thei
Listowel Legion donates $10,000 to local groups
The Listowel Legion distributed $10,000 to three local organizations on Thursday, Dec. 8. The donation was made using proceeds from the latest round of the Catch the Ace draw. The Listowel Memorial Hospital Foundation received $5,000, and Listowel Minor Hockey and Listowel Minor Baseball each receiv
Ag. Society contributes $10K to Listowel emergency department
Recently, the Listowel Agricultural Society made a donation to Listowel Memorial Hospital. The donation comes as a result of the successful 2022 Listowel Agricultural Fair, held July 14-17.