1903: Historic April Fool’s Day banter

Cindy J. Sinko March 30, 2023Listowel Banner, Pieces of the Past

April Fool’s Day or All Fools’ Day is celebrated each year on April 1. This is a time for harmless practical jokes or hoaxes. Once the joke or hoax has been accomplished, the prankster usually shouts ‘April Fools!’ to the target. Although the origins of April Fools are unknown, there are lots of the

Feeling closer to the community than ever before

Courtney Gratton March 30, 2023Columns

As a life-long resident of North Perth, I recognize that I grew up in this community from a place of privilege. I didn’t encounter adverse experiences during childhood, grew up in a healthy and wealthy household, and was provided with the support and coping tools to deal with challenges. Metaphorica

St. Joseph’s Aid Society holds annual meeting

Joan Borho March 30, 2023Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Conrad Van Eyken, acting president of the St. Joseph’s Aid Society, welcomed members to the March 20 annual meeting and opened with a prayer. Because of COVID there has been no annual meeting since 2019, and those minutes were now accepted and carried, and the 2022 financial report was read, accepte

Cure for Saugeen ice jams: dynamite

Robin Hilborn March 29, 2023Columns

When a major ice jam breaks on the greatest river of Bruce County – the Saugeen River – the huge blocks of ice can be devastating, an irresistible force sweeping away all in its path, including docks, bridges and dams.

Be patient for glory

Alison Brown March 29, 2023Columns

It’s no secret that I’m not the most patient person, especially with myself. I can appreciate anyone who, like me, wrestles with wanting results right now but has to wait – and work – for them instead.