Submitted January 11, 2023Cartoons
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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.
Perth County extends thanks to first responders, public works for blizzard efforts
The County of Perth expressed deep gratitude to the region’s public works, first responders, essential workers, and many more for going above and beyond during the blizzard that occurred over the Christmas holidays.
Perth County offers condolences on passing of former warden
Perth County expressed its condolences on the recent passing of former warden and county council member, Elsie Karges.
Coldest Night of the Year returns to Wingham in February
United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) is encouraging northern Huron and area residents to bundle up and raise money for the Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY) walk, a family-friendly winter fundraising event in support of local individuals experiencing hurt, hunger and homelessness.
Blyth Festival announces 2023 lineup
After two defiant years undefeated by the global pandemic, the Blyth Festival is back bigger than ever.
