Bruce County’s Community Development program, Spruce the Bruce, is now open for applications. The program provides grant funding to maintain and grow local downtown businesses and communities.
News from Formosa
The Formosa Lions hosted their sweethearts to a Chinese dinner on Feb. 8, 2023. President Lion Jim Batte also welcomed Ken Kazmusz, president of the Hanover Lions. Lions or their spouses were invited to tell a funny story about their or someone else’s wedding day. All participated and everyone had a
Awards presented to students from St. Teresa of Calcutta School
There were 273 entries from seven area schools in the Walkerton Legion’s Remembrance Poster and Literary competitions.
Wingham Hospital Auxiliary hosts Valentine’s draw
The Auxiliary to the Wingham and District Hospital made the draw for a Valentine’s basket of wine and chocolates on Feb. 14. Jean Culliton of Teeswater is the happy winner and was presented with her prize by Marj Cook, hospital auxiliary member.
Food for friends
Darien Ballagh’s birthday wish this year is for all of his friends to have food. Ballagh, who turned seven recently, asked his friends to bring a donation to the North Huron Food Share to his birthday party instead of gifts. Darien, left, and his mother Courtney dropped the donations from the party
Discerning God’s will
Paul writes to the Ephesians: For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago (Ephesians 2:10).
James Mercer, YMCA, and the Order of the Educated Ducks
The YMCA has been a large part of Perth County’s community for over 150 years. During that time, many clubs were formed for kids and young adults.
Ceremonial puck drop
Palmerston’s Leah Herrfort dropped the ceremonial puck prior to the Mitchell Hawks’ home PJHL matchup against the Wingham Ironmen on Feb. 11. Herrfort was instrumental in helping Team Canada to women’s hockey gold at the World University Games in Lake Placid in January, racking up four goals and fou
Let us eat our chicken, please
Hey, I am new to town, just moved in six months ago to Knox Listowel and I am a bit embarrassed something I love that I really enjoy about living here.
19th century travelling portrait artists and artist-photographers
Earlier in Canada’s history, artists were mainly itinerant, moving from place to place and working to fulfill commissions from wealthy patrons. Most earned an income painting portraits.
Enjoying the Atwood outdoor rink
Emersyn, 8, and Hannah, 5, skate alongside cousins Brooklyn, 11, and Blake, 9, at the Atwood Lions Club’s outdoor rink on Feb. 2. The rink has remained closed for the last week following an increase in temperatures throughout the area.
Mildmay Moose win FBAC U20 Provincial Championship for third straight year
The Mildmay Moose brought home gold from the FBAO U20 Boys Provincial Championship in Belleville, Feb. 10-12. This marks the third consecutive year the Moose have won the provincial title. The Moose went undefeated in the tournament, scoring 11 goals while allowing only one goal in four games. The n
Bluewater District School Board conducts 2023-24 budget public consultation survey
Members of the public are being invited to share their feedback as part of Bluewater District School Board’s annual budget planning process.
