Rotarian Gerry Gerlofsma was presented with a Paul Harris Fellow +6 pin (PHF+6) for his continuing contributions to the Rotary Foundation. His last contribution was given on Giving Tuesday, which was tripled by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. The Paul Harris Fellow pin has a single red ruby i
Studio 226 Salon makes donation to Walkerton hospital
Studio 226 Salon recently presented the Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation with a $575 donation in support of the Walkerton and District Hospital’s Dr. RJ Creighton Family Birthing Centre. Pictured: Studio 226 Salon owner Heather Huber (second from left) presents the donation to Walkerton an
Bruce County Museum plans special presentation for Black History Month
Bruce County Museum and Cultural Centre is gearing up for a Black History Month presentation on Feb. 4, 2-4 p.m.
Wingham Lions welcome new member
At a recent meeting of the Lions Club of Wingham, Branden Bridges (left) was inducted as a member of the Club by 1st Vice District Governor Lion William Yelland (right), from Mount Forest. Lion Joe Collison (centre) sponsored Lion Branden for membership. The Wingham Lions welcome Lion Branden to the
Lucknow’s newest resident
Lucknow’s newest resident, Shaylah Anne Hunter, was born on Jan. 5, 2023, at 4:22 p.m., weighing in at 6lb 15oz. Proud auntie Jessica Beyersbergen submitted Shaylah’s photo to the Advance Times on behalf of her sister Sarah Burgess and brother-in-law Shayne Hunter as possibly the first baby to be bo
Formosa Lions celebrate Christmas at recent meeting
Lion President Jim Batte welcomed 41 people including 13 guests, to the Formosa Lions’ Christmas dinner meeting.
MPP presents cheque for Bruce County seniors initiative
In the final days of 2022, MPP Lisa Thompson presented a cheque for $60,000 to the County of Bruce through the Inclusive Community Grants program.
Rotary Club donates to Sistema Walkerton music program
Rotary Club of Walkerton has made a significant donation to help reduce barriers to professional violin lessons for local elementary students.
Explore ‘Made in Bruce’
The Made in Bruce exhibit at the Bruce County Museum in Southampton opens Jan. 14 and runs until April 29.
Inspiring Our Future campaign exceeds $2M goal
The Inspiring Our Future capital campaign has successfully achieved and surpassed its $2 million fundraising goal, wrapping up the campaign with over $2.4 million.
Palmerston residents receive Queen’s Platinum Jubilee pins
Perth-Wellington MP John Nater, left, recently presented three Palmerston Railway Heritage Museum volunteers with Queen’s Platinum Jubilee pins in recognition of their work. Volunteers Bob McEachern, Susan Welsh and Diane Gilbertson received their pins at the museum on Dec. 22. Volunteers Wayne Mart
1933 J.J. Crosier and Company ‘fire sale’
On Dec. 29, 1932 at 7 a.m., a man passing by J.J. Crosier and Company Limited heard a large bang. A few minutes later, smoke began pouring out from the front door of the Stratford-based dry goods and clothing store.
Humanity, conscience and ownership
Friends, About this time last year, my keys went missing from my office. It was a hectic day at The Village, as the community was getting set to close down for the holidays. But for people in crisis or struggling, those painfully human aspects of life, holiday shutdowns can make for dark days.
