The Walkerton Capitals U11 LL#2 Red team captured gold at the Hanover Canadian Tire Cup this past weekend, winning all three games they played. Team members include Avery Bird, Blake Batte, Brody Keip, Carter Graf, Colton Kuntz, Curtis White, Evan Graul, Nevin Fraser, Riley Hehn, Ryan Hawkins, Rylan
Walkerton Tim Hortons raises more than $14,000 during Smile Cookie Week
The Walkerton Tim Hortons recently donated $14,491 to the Ontario Student Nutrition Program Grey. The funds were raised during Tim Hortons’ recent Smile Cookie Week, meaning the Walkerton location sold 14,491 Smile Cookies that week. The Walkerton Tim Hortons also raised the top amount for one store
The countdown to Formosa Country Christmas is on
Formosa Country Christmas is fast approaching. The four-day event running Dec. 2 – 6 is not far away.
New Millennium Quilters Guild holds international November meeting
Kathy Doughty, owner and creative director of the innovative patchwork shop, Material Obsessions in New South Wales, Australia, was the November 2021 guest speaker for New Millennium Quilters Guild (NMQG).
Victoria Jubilee Hall volunteer wins award
WALKERTON – The Victoria Jubilee Hall (VJH) is pleased to announce Margaret Sockett has received…
The flag was down
You likely noticed the flag was down in front of the Walkerton Legion. It’s been a rough few weeks for our members and friends.
Walkerton-Hanover Vet Clinic makes donation to hospital
The Walkerton-Hanover Vet Clinic recently donated $500 to the Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation’s CKNX Health Care Heroes Radiothon campaign. Pictured, from left: Dr. Robyn Thompson presents the donation to WDHF board member Carman Stafford.
Weller Homes Inc. donates $1,000 to Walkerton hospital
Weller Homes Inc. recently donated $1,000 to the Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation’s (WDHF) mammography campaign. Pictured, from left, are WDHF board members Don Leslie, Carman Stafford and Andy Dales; Weller Homes Inc. owners Alex and Emily Weller; and WDHF board member Joe Dietrich.
Mildmay Rotary Club makes donation to Walkerton hospital
The Mildmay Rotary Club recently presented the Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation (WDHF) with a donation of $2,500 for the foundation’s mammography campaign. Pictured: Mildmay Rotary Club President Kelly Fotheringham (second from left) presents the cheque to WDHF board members Don Leslie, Ca
Grey Bruce Ontario Health Team planning committee to host community information series
The Grey Bruce Ontario Health Team (OHT) planning committee will be hosting a community information session on Wednesday, Nov. 24 at 7 p.m. This is the fourth session in a series of community information sessions designed to provide an overview of the health system in Grey Bruce.
Police investigate report of threats at local school
On Nov. 17 at 3:08 p.m., the South Bruce OPP received a call regarding threats made at a school in the Municipality of Brockton. Officers responded and determined the threat wasn’t specific in nature.
Matthew Rae seeks PC nomination for Perth-Wellington
One day after Perth-Wellington MPP Randy Pettapiece announced he will not be seeking re-election in the 2022 provincial election; a candidate has already announced their intentions to seek the Conservative Party nomination in the riding.
Fall economic statement benefits small municipalities
Ontario released its 2021 Ontario Economic Outlook and Fiscal Review: Build Ontario earlier this month. The plan will fund critical infrastructure projects, seek to attract increased investment, and aims to restore leadership in auto manufacturing. It will also provide greater funding for small and
Perth County OPP Auxiliary hosting annual holiday food drive, Dec. 4
For many of us, the holiday season serves as a time to reflect upon our blessings, and to reach out to those in need.
