An elementary school in Chesley was placed in “hold and secure” while officers responded to a reported robbery on March 27, at 11:36 a.m. Police say the reported robbery took place in a wooded area in Chesley.
Bruce County ‘encouraged’ by provincial budget
Bruce County is encouraged by the provincial budget tabled last week by Finance Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy.
Catholic school board launches international education program
The Huron-Perth Catholic District School Board (HPCDSB) announced in March the launch of an International Student Program, which will welcome students for the 2024-25 academic year.
Milverton’s 18th annual ‘An Evening to Celebrate Women’ set for April 27
On Saturday, April 27 at the Perth East Recreation Complex in Milverton, the Milverton Women’s Initiative Committee is preparing to host the 18th annual “An Evening to Celebrate Women.” The 2024 theme is “Hollywood” and attendees are encouraged to dress in their best version of Hollywood glam!
North Perth resident killed in Line 86 collision
One person is deceased following a collision west of Dorking involving three motor vehicles in Perth County.
To designate or not to designate? That is the question
North Perth is home to many historic buildings and homes, but did you know that there are only two with historic designation?
May the peace of Christ’s Easter victory reign in our hearts
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, in a world marred by wars, uncertainty, and death, the promise of Easter shines as a beacon of hope. It is a reminder that amidst chaos, there exists a source of enduring peace – the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Stratford Festival posts surplus as attendance tops 443,000 for celebrated 2023 season
Thanks to strong attendance, extraordinary donor support and careful management of rising expenses, the Stratford Festival has concluded the 2023 season with a surplus. At a time of global retrenchment in the performing arts, the Festival mounted a full season of 13 productions across all of its fou
AMDSB Student Senate hosts e-waste drop off to celebrate Earth Week
Student senators from the Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) are raising awareness about e-waste and the need to properly recycle electronic devices.
Listowel Little Rocks find success at Acton bonspiel
The Listowel Curling Club Little Rocks and Junior curlers recently participated in a final bonspiel of their curling season in Acton.
Memories of Wingham: Marjorie McKay
This is the ninth part in a series initiated by the Wingham and Area Historical Society, of write ups of memories by or about Wingham seniors. Marjory McKay is a life-long resident of Wingham who spent many years as an RPN, working in nursing homes. She still lives on her own at 82 years old.
Vance Fund grants $85,260 to hospital CT campaign
The Leland and Thora Vance Fund is carrying on the Vances’ legacy of generous community support with a donation of $85,260 to the Wingham & District Hospital Foundation. The funds will go towards the ‘Caring Together’ campaign for a CT scanner.
Blyth Festival Gallery season starting with Huron and Perth County Student show
The Blyth Festival Gallery Committee is pleased to introduce the 2024 season starting on Saturday, April 6 with the Huron and Perth County Student show.
What’s Happening in Brockton at the Bruce County Public Library
Wow, March has flown by! So much happening at the library this month.
Countdown is on for County Towne Players’ opening night for Hilda’s Yard
Just two weeks remain until Norm Foster’s comedy, Hilda’s Yard opens at Victoria Jubilee Hall in Walkerton.
