This is the sixth part in a series, initiated by the Wingham and Area Historical Society, of write ups of memories by or about Wingham seniors.
More fun than ever planned for 167th Little Royal
The 167th Walkerton Little Royal Fair is coming up soon on Oct. 13, 14, and 15.
Bruce County Public Library’s TD Summer Reading Club breaks attendance records
Bruce County Public Library (BCPL) is thrilled to announce the outstanding success of its 2023 Summer Reading Club, which shattered all previous years’ records with an incredible 280,142 minutes of reading logged.
Business to Bruce offers help for entrepreneurs
Aspiring entrepreneurs can successfully start or expand a business in Bruce County. Our diverse economy helps set the stage. And Business to Bruce offers financial support through two grant programs now open for applications: the Starter Company Plus program and the Tourism Innovation Lab Spark Ment
Grey Bruce Public Health leads collaborative project on preventing substance use among youth
Grey Bruce Public Health (GBPH) has led a Locally Driven Collaborative Project (LDCP), aimed at identifying and enhancing evidence-based strategies for preventing substance use and related harms among Ontario youth.
OFA VIEWPOINT: Agriculture is about more than farming
This week marks Ontario Agriculture Week. Strategically selected to be just before Thanksgiving, it’s a perfect time to celebrate the abundance of locally produced food, fuel, fibre and flowers that we are lucky enough to have easy access to here in Ontario.
Red Hatters hold annual Grey-Bruce Fall Fling with Roaring Twenties theme
On Sept. 20, a refreshing burst of colour and sparkles shone as Red Hat ladies attended the annual Grey-Bruce Fall Fling and luncheon at the Walkerton Knights of Columbus Hall.
What’s happening in Brockton at the Bruce County Public Library
Do you ever notice how September flies by? This year is no different. Our new programs, Teen Club, Needle Arts, and not one but two book clubs, are off to a successful start. And now, the leaves are changing, community fall events are in full swing, and the library has lots to do for everyone. Pleas
Listowel Minor Ball hands out hardware
The Listowel Minor Baseball Association handed out its annual team hardware on Sept. 22 at Parkview Gardens, honouring the organization’s top performers from the 2023 season. Teammates of the Year included: Hardball – Dylan Metzger (9U Black), Paxton Sholdice (9U Blue), Austin Fowler (9U Grey), Cash
Stratford Normal School presents ‘The Comedy of Errors,’ 1922
The Stratford Normal School, a training college for teachers, formally opened its new building overlooking the Avon River in January 1909. Students from around Perth County and beyond had been attending classes since the previous fall.
Autumn more than just a season of falling leaves and pumpkin spice lattes
As the vibrant hues of summer gradually fade, and the crisp, cool breeze of autumn sweeps through the land, Christians around the world find themselves immersed in a season of profound spiritual significance. Autumn, with its kaleidoscope of colours and its symbolic imagery, offers a unique opportun
Navigating family conflict throughout the holidays
Friends, As we head into a holiday season, I’m almost a little embarrassed to share that last night, before I fell asleep, I found myself Googling “How to navigate family conflict during the holidays.”
Cargill Lawn Bowling Club crowns season champs
The Cargill Lawn Bowling Club recently crowned its 2023 season champions. Pictured, from left: Linda Freiburger, Kevin Wilkens and Deborah Wilhelm – playoff champions; Margaret Elliott-Niesen, Roger Bester and Linda Folmer (on end) – season champions; Roger Bester, Mike Kraemer and Carmen Lippert –
