Thomas Alton was born in Lucknow, had just three siblings and his father died before he was born. In 1925 in Toronto, he qualified as Lieutenant, Cadet Instructor.
Tools with only one use can become a hindrance
The silo is a simple invention used to store feed for winter. According to the folks at Ontario Barn Preservation, the first vertical silo in North America was built in Illinois in 1873, with the first Ontario silos built not long after.
Perth Cultivating Opportunity Grant application period open until Nov. 30
Perth County is excited to launch a refreshed Cultivating Opportunity Grant Program. The application period is now open for the Community Stream and eligible applicants will be considered for grant funding up to a maximum of $2,500.
OPP stresses back-to-school diligence
The Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is reminding drivers that students in Perth County are heading back to school this week after summer break.
Mental health alliance supports new Canadian crisis hotline
The Canadian Alliance on Mental Illness and Mental Health (CAMIMH) is pleased about the announcement that there will be a new hotline number available for Canadians in distress and that it is being implemented imminently.
Fifty Archives Treasures: The Stratford Strike of 1933
As we celebrate Labour Day this year, we are looking back at an event and the ramifications that took place 89 years ago: The Stratford Strike of 1933.
Five to 11 year olds now eligible for COVID-19 booster
On Aug. 31, Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Kieran Moore, announced that children aged five to 11 are now eligible for a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.
Countdown to Mildmay-Carrick Homecoming is on
The countdown is definitely on for Mildmay-Carrick Homecoming – Aug. 3-7, 2023 – as it is now less than a year away!
Displaying his skills
An expert metalsmith and bladesmith like Daniel Linkenheld can turn a piece of metal into a whimsical decoration, useful tool – or both. Linkenheld was on hand at the Mill Pond Gallery in Cargill on Aug. 27 to demonstrate the blacksmith’s art.
OSNP: School food programs challenged by rising food costs
School food programs that provide breakfast and healthy snacks to students are feeling the COVID pinch.
Victoria Jubilee Hall to celebrate 125th anniversary on Sept. 17
The Victoria Jubilee Hall is celebrating its 125th anniversary on Saturday, Sept. 17 at noon.
The basics will make you better
My soccer-loving middle son, Levi, has been trying relentlessly to master ‘the rainbow’ with his soccer ball. It requires taking the ball from your heel and flicking it from behind you, over your body like the arc of a rainbow and landing it directly in front of you.
Hospital Auxiliary honoured for almost 120 years of service
After almost 120 years as a volunteer organization working in the community to raise funds for South Bruce Grey Health Centre’s (SBGHC) Walkerton hospital site and the former County of Bruce General Hospital, the Walkerton Hospital Auxiliary has disbanded.
