Royal Homes is pleased to announce that it will be supporting Reception House Waterloo Region in their efforts to welcome refugees arriving in our community.
Bluewater Radio celebrates 20 years serving the community
On Dec. 31, Bluewater Radio celebrates 20 years on the air.
COVID-19 funding announced for Chapman House
MPP Bill Walker, Bruce-Grey-Owen Sound visited Chapman House in Owen Sound last week to announce one-time COVID-19 funding of $340,000 to assist the Residential Hospice of Grey Bruce with addressing shortfalls experienced during the pandemic.
Hanover Rotary holds fundraiser for Saugeen Hospice
The fundraising draw for the beautiful donated quilt was made on Tuesday, Dec. 14 at the Hanover Rotary’s Christmas meeting. There were 939 tickets were sold and the winning ticket was held by Carl Kuhnke of Walkerton. With generous donations from the community, $3,280 was raised and will be present
DiCastri, Bethune return as chair, vice-chair of Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board
Lori DiCastri, trustee for Huron-Kinloss, Kincardine and Brockton Ward 31, returns as the chairperson of the Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board.
Bruce County appoints MacDonald as interim CAO
Bruce County is pleased to announce the appointment of Christine MacDonald as the interim CAO, effective Dec. 16.
Race Team #37 makes donation to local hockey organization
Race Team #37 made a donation to the Grey/Bruce Special Hockey Foundation for Intellectually Challenged Athletes on Sunday, Dec. 19. The donation took place at DK Salon, the home of Ben, Jenna, Del and Laci Freiburger, across from the Dunkeld turnip waxing plant. The donation helps with jerseys, equ
Brockton updates COVID-19 restrictions, seeks public assistance
The Municipality of Brockton continues strongly encourages residents to take the new threat of the Omicron variant seriously and continue following public health measures in order to prevent further spread of the virus, and transmissible variants.
Formosa Lions honour long-serving members
The Formosa Lions Club member and District Governor Jennifer Batte (far right) recently presented Milestone Chevron Awards to a number of Lions for their long-time service to the organization. Pictured, from left: Lion Carl Zettel, 45 years; Pat Strauss, 45 years; Mike Hallahan, 45 years; Joan Borho
Bruce County Library introduces Playaways and Wonderbooks
Bruce County Public Library is introducing its new audiobook collection, Playaways and Wonderbooks, by Launchpad. These two products offer a new twist on audiobooks.
Local students successful in Remembrance Contest
Certificates, medals and prize money were delivered to seven area schools for this year’s Remembrance Poster and Literary Contest. There was a total of 324 entries. Students from St. Teresa of Calcutta received four first place awards: Olivia Lamont for Junior Colour Poster, Declan Taylor for Interm
Great ‘Cookie Caper’ a huge success
Knights of Columbus Council #2042 completed their 15th year of “cookie capering” on a high…
The story behind the Christmas story
The Christmas story from the perspective of the Christian tradition is that God’s son came to earth, born as a baby in Bethlehem’s manger. We associate gift giving then with Jesus the greatest gift of all.
‘The most amazing gift of all’
When it comes to gift giving, we often associate the value of the gift with the value of the recipient. For example, if you give someone an expensive gift, it sends the message that you think highly of them; that you love them and value them. A beautiful ring or nice necklace says a lot compared to
Merry Christmas from times gone by
The first Santa Claus Parade in Canada was held on Dec. 2, 1905 in Toronto and sponsored by Eaton’s Department Store. Since that first one, many communities across Canada and Perth County have been holding parades, with Listowel being no exception. Excitement is always in the air when waiting to see
