Kate Monk (Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority) and Shannon Wood (Cargill and Greenock Swamp Promotional Association), led a group from the Huron Fringe Birding Festival (McGregor Provincial Park), to the Greenock Swamp this past week. Individuals were from all over Southern Ontario. Here, the b
Memories of Wingham: Ken Wood
This is the fourth part in a series, initiated by the Wingham and Area Historical Society, of write ups of memories by or about Wingham seniors.
Howick Mutual Insurance celebrates 150th anniversary
Howick Mutual Insurance marked their 150th anniversary by hosting a celebration at their office in Wingham on May 26. Lots of fun was to be had during the event, as local musician Natalie Irwin performed and beef on a bun was served by Cardiff BBQ. Pictured are the current staff of Howick Mutual Ins
Walkerton church donates $10K to Saugeen Hospice
The members of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Walkerton presented a $10,000 donation to Saugeen Hospice on Sunday, May 7, during worship. The cheque was presented to Edythe Oberle and Ken Brown, Saugeen Hospice board members. In the photo are members of Trinity Lutheran Walkerton of all ages
What’s happening at Brockton’s libraries?
The month of May is always fun with flowers, sunshine and warmer weather, and the fun was off to a great start with ‘May the 4th be With You!’ LED laser swords.
Strolling down Memory Lane with the Walkerton Horticultural Society
This is the fourth in a series of garden articles from the early 2000s about Walkerton Horticultural Society activities. Several articles will be published in loving memory of long-time society president, Nancy Bajurny, who was always dedicated to beautifying our town.
‘Our Chance’ Relay For Life team raises $2,000 at BBQ
The “Our Chance” Relay For Life team held a successful barbecue fundraiser at Zehrs in Listowel over the weekend. The by-donation barbecue raised more than $2,100. The team has been busy raising funds for Relay For Life over the past few weeks, surpassing their goal of raising $20,000. The team is g
LDSS athletes compete at WOSSAA Track and Field Championships
May 25-26, 2023 – Western Alumni Stadium, London
Elma U11 Express go undefeated at Mitchell tourney
The Elma U11 Express girls’ squad swept the competition to claim their division at the Mitchell Fastball Fest last weekend. Elma went 3-0 after outscoring the competition 45-18. Pictured, back row from left: Brynn Parkhouse, Beverly Mitchell, Aubrey Beuerman, Daveney Leis, Paislee Ribey, Berkeley Ha
Celebrate cycling in June
June is Bike Month, a celebration of cycling. It is an opportunity to try riding a bike for the first time, or to build cycling into your routine.
Listowel Memorial Hospital Auxiliary hosts annual Listowel Greenhouses fundraiser
With the support of Jelleke and Frank Sluys, the Listowel Memorial Hospital Auxiliary recently held its annual Listowel Greenhouses fundraiser. This event has been happening for over 25 years. With the Sluys’ donation and the bake and hot dog sales, more than $5,300 was raised. The Auxiliary’s 2023
1950 wild fires: ‘A weird, eerie sky of many colours at noon…’
To date, there have been well over 500 wildfires in Alberta in 2023. According to news reports, we currently have a haze from these devastating fires.
