Local history and culture enthusiasts are in for a treat with the 2024 Saugeen Culture Bus Tour, scheduled for Oct. 26.
Walkerton Herald-Times Oct. 17, 2024 turnbacks
Frozen turkeys $0.89/lb;
Smuck Bridge officially opened by Morris-Turnberry Council
Morris-Turnberry celebrated a “significant milestone” Oct. 8, with an official ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Smuck Bridge, a press release states.
CKNX Radiothon set to support local hospitals
On Saturday, Oct. 19, the 23rd Annual CKNX Health Care Heroes Radiothon will be broadcasting in support of eight midwestern Ontario hospital foundations, including the Listowel Memorial Hospital Foundation.
Trusting in his provision
Well, it’s here - the crisp air of autumn is now beginning to settle in. In Fall, we are invited into a season of reflection, wonder, and gratitude.
Labour board launches biennial survey
The 2024-25 EmployerOne Survey has launched.
Kitchen skills program for seniors expands with funding from RTOERO
A pilot program from the Local Community Food Centre will help seniors to learn new recipes and foster social connections, thanks to a $4,000 donation from District 9 Huron-Perth of RTOERO.
Perth County OPP and local school board partner to present community information session on human trafficking
On October 29, the Perth County OPP and the Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) will be hosting an information session about human trafficking.
Second annual Goderich Agriculture Show returns
The highly anticipated Second Annual Goderich Agriculture Show is set to take place on Feb. 19 - 20 at the Memorial Arena in Goderich.
Huron Chamber of Commerce expands to serve more of Huron County
The Huron Chamber of Commerce recently announced the formal extension of its geographic boundaries to encompass additional areas of Huron County, reinforcing its ongoing commitment to supporting local businesses and fostering economic growth throughout the county.
National Newspaper week is about supporting local journalism
According to the Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism’s Digital News Report 2024, Canadians’ trust in news is 39 per cent. For comparison, Americans’ trust is news is even lower at 32 per cent.
Police appeal to public for DNA for 57-year-old missing persons case
The OPP is seeking any remaining biological family members of Neil Wormsbecker and Hank Englebertus Halff to come forward and provide a DNA sample to compare against all samples of found human remains in the DNA database.
County stewardship program returns for second year
The Perth County Stewardship Program is back for a second year to support tree-planting projects and forest management plans across the region.
More affordable housing developments underway in Huron County
The County of Huron is taking proactive measures to address the issue of affordable housing in Huron County by developing additional affordable housing units, a press release states.
Pastor Ralph Dwarika retires after 38 years of service
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Listowel and Wallace Township pastor retires.
