One day after Perth-Wellington MPP Randy Pettapiece announced he will not be seeking re-election in the 2022 provincial election; a candidate has already announced their intentions to seek the Conservative Party nomination in the riding.
Fall economic statement benefits small municipalities
Ontario released its 2021 Ontario Economic Outlook and Fiscal Review: Build Ontario earlier this month. The plan will fund critical infrastructure projects, seek to attract increased investment, and aims to restore leadership in auto manufacturing. It will also provide greater funding for small and
Perth County OPP Auxiliary hosting annual holiday food drive, Dec. 4
For many of us, the holiday season serves as a time to reflect upon our blessings, and to reach out to those in need.
Atwood Rona donates $5,600 to local Lions Club
Each year, Lowe’s Canada challenges its Canadian network, including the Moffatt and Powell Rona in Atwood, to fundraise for local non-profit organizations or public schools during the Heroes Campaign. The Atwood store chose the local Lions Club to be the recipient of this year’s funds, recently pres
‘Minute interviews’ featured questions still relatable today
In the late 1930s and early 1940s, the Stratford paper ran a column titled “Minute Interviews.” Some questions were amusing, while others were quite serious and still resonate today. Some were directed at adults and some to children. The question to you is: how would you have answered?
Help is a good thing
As we jumped into the ‘get ready for school race,’ I could see that my five-year-old son was struggling with the zipper of his jacket. At first, I let him work through it a bit. I wanted to give him the opportunity to figure it out for himself before I rushed in to help.
John Nater appointed to Shadow Cabinet, Nov. 9
On Nov. 9, the Honourable Erin O’Toole, Leader of Canada’s Conservatives, announced the Official Opposition Shadow Cabinet for the new Parliament. Perth-Wellington Member of Parliament, John Nater, will now serve as Shadow Minister for Canadian Heritage.
Planning underway for Mildmay-Carrick 2023 Homecoming
It’s official: Mildmay-Carrick will be holding another homecoming celebration.
Old Joe’s Cabin makes donation to Walkerton hospital
Old Joe’s Cabin in downtown Walkerton celebrated its 10th anniversary this year. As part of the celebration, Old Joe’s donated $2,000 to the Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation (WDHF). Pictured, from left: WDHF board members Carman Stafford, Sharon Kramer-Dales and Ryan Craig with Old Joe’s o
Howick Mutual donates $2,000 to Walkerton hospital
Howick Mutual Insurance recently donated $2,000 to the Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation (WDHF) as part of the CKNX Health Care Heroes Radiothon. Pictured, from left, are WDHF board member Joe Dietrich; Tammy Hickling, vice-president operations, Howick Mutual; Shawn Cottrill, finance manage
Poppy project
Walkerton District Community School students recently completed a community service project by cutting out poppies for Maple Court Villa to display for Remembrance Day.
Poppy art
Mrs. Garland’s Grade 8 students at Walkerton District Community School created some beautiful poppy artwork for Remembrance Day.
The work of the Legion has not stopped
Remembrance Day is behind us, but the work of caring for our veterans continues all year round, both locally and across the country.
Brockton raises the flag to end gender-based violence
November is Woman Abuse Awareness Month, and communities across Ontario, including Brockton, are joining with Women’s House Serving Bruce and Grey to raise the flag to end-gender based violence.
