The Stratford Normal School was a staple in Perth County’s educational landscape from the time it opened in 1908. Students from across southwestern Ontario attended the school to pursue their teacher training and begin careers in education.
Hanover and District Hospital Foundation received $2,000 from the Hanover Legion Ladies Auxillary
The Hanover Legion Ladies Auxiliary 130 recently presented the Hanover and District Hospital Foundation with a $2,000 contribution towards their fluoroscopy unit campaign.
Traffic stop of ATV leads to multiple charges
WINGHAM - Huron County OPP has charged a Wingham resident with several offences following a traffic stop on June 3, a press release confirms.
Dry Streak brings together theatre veteran, emerging performer with local ties
BLYTH - This summer, the Blyth Festival’s comedy Dry Streak by Leeann Minogue features a cast that includes one of the most pedigreed actors in Canadian theatre alongside a young performer for whom this particular stretch of rural Ontario is home.
May Lottery Draw dinner organized by Formosa and the District Lions
Formosa and District Lions Held their May Lottery Draw dinner meeting with the following $40 winners.
Regional unemployment rises 0.7 per cent
WALKERTON - In May, the unemployment rate in the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region increased by 0.7 percentage points to 5.9%, the largest percentage increase of all economic regions in the province, yet continues to hold steady as the lowest unemployment rate in the province.
Saugeen Hospice expresses gratitude towards Second Hand Rose Shop
Saugeen Hospice is extending a sincere thank you to the Second Hand Rose Shop (SRH) for their generous donation of $5,000 toward the build of Saugeen Hospice.
15th annual North Perth Character Run ‘successful’ says organizers
LISTOWEL - The North Perth Community of Character held its 15th annual Character Run on May 28 at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex.
Picture of the Past
From June 7, 1989: Keith Waldie (standing) and Jack Tait were honored at the Walkerton Rotary Club’s 50th anniversary dinner held on Saturday, June 17 at the Community Centre.
Smile Cookie campaign at Walkerton Tim Horton’s raises most funds in region
WALKERTON - This year’s Tim Horton’s Smile Cookie campaign raised $24,131 in Walkerton.
Applications open for Bruce Power’s post-secondary scholarship program
TIVERTON – The application window for Bruce Power’s annual post-secondary scholarships is now open at www.brucepower.com/scholarships.
Second Hand Rose Shop donates to Walkerton District Hospital Foundation’s X-Ray Suite Plus Replacement Campaign committee
Officials from The Second Hand Rose Shop recently presented members of the Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation’s X-Ray Suite Plus Replacement Campaign committee with a $5,000 for the ‘buy-a-bone’ initiative.
Flags lowered to recognize passing of former councillor
ARRAN-ELDERSLIE - The Municipality of Arran-Elderslie announced the passing of Douglas Bell, a three member of council and a long-time municipal staff in a May 27 press release.
Students at Mildmay-Carrick Public School participate in track and field day
Despite some cooler weather, students, staff and teachers at Mildmay-Carrick Public School jumped in to the school’s track and field competition late last month.
Hanover fire department receives $25,000 memorial donation
HANOVER - The Town of Hanover Fire Department recently announced an “extraordinary and deeply meaningful donation” made by Barb Schlatman and family in memory of retired Deputy Chief Joe Schlatman (#89).
