Submitted November 29, 2023Cartoons
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‘Back to Basics’ curling clinic hosted at Wingham club
The Wingham Golf & Curling Club recently hosted the ‘Back to Basics’ curling clinic. Over 20 participants, both new curlers and some others just looking for some tips to improve their game. All would agree that had a very informative and fun filled day.
Wingham and Area Historical Society holds successful fundraiser
The Wingham and Area Historical Society had a very successful fundraiser – Celebrate Wingham’s History – at Sacred Heart Church, Wingham on Saturday, Nov. 18.
North Huron receives RED funding for main street, park projects
On Nov. 17, the Township of North Huron announced with MPP Lisa Thompson that they will be receiving funding in the amount of $34,636 through the Rural Economic Development Program. The funding will be used for the North Huron Cruickshank Park lighting and main street revitalization. Pictured is Nor
Removal of temporary bridge in Paisley has begun
Removal of the temporary bridge in Paisley is underway.
Bruce County’s long-term care homes implement new technology
Earlier this month, Bruce County Warden Chris Peabody visited Gateway Haven long-term care home in Wiarton for a tour and new technology demonstration.
‘Food for Fines’ returns to local libraries
Last week, the Bruce County Public Library announced its participation in two innovative programs this holiday season that are open to public support: Food for Fines and the Tree of Warmth.
Community Foundation Grey Bruce grants $191K across region
The Community Foundation Grey Bruce is congratulating 35 organizations that are receiving grant dollars through the fall community grants and 2023 capital grant applications; $191,000 will support charitable programs and capital projects right across the region this fall and into 2024.
Formosa Country Christmas set for Nov. 30 to Dec. 3
Santa’s elves have been working tirelessly throughout the hamlet of Formosa, getting ready for the big drive-through Christmas light show – Formosa Country Christmas – Nov. 30 to Dec. 3, from 5 to 9 p.m.
Going to school in the bush
At one time there were hundreds of one-room schools across Bruce County.
Cargill District Community Foundation disburses $50,000 to local groups
The Cargill District Community Foundation recently announced that the 2023 fall disbursements have been completed.
Teeswater Medical Centre receives two donations
Two local businesses – McDougall Energy Inc. and Montgomery Industrial Services – have made substantial donations to the Teeswater Medical Centre building project.
COVID, flu vaccines now available in Huron-Perth
As of Oct. 30, the COVID-19 XBB vaccine and the influenza vaccine (“flu shot”) are available to everyone aged six months and older.
Church group makes donation to Listowel Salvation Army
The Britton WMS group of Knox Presbyterian Church, Listowel, knit and donated 350 cotton dishcloths to the Listowel Salvation Army Family Services. A dishcloth is put in each box they pack for Christmas. Pictured with the donation on Sunday, Nov. 19 are, from left: Ethel Corry, Hannah Thompson, Shir
An old, yet new commandment
1 John 2:7-8 says, “Dear friends, I am not writing a new commandment for you; rather it is an old one you have had from the very beginning. This old commandment – to love one another – is the same message you heard before. Yet it is also new. Jesus lived the truth of this commandment, and you also a
