LISTOWEL - On April 3, Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) held its annual local Skills Ontario Competition at Listowel District Secondary School (LDSS). Students from three high schools participated in two events: team of two carpentry and welding.
Pedestrian stuck by vehicle
Just after noon on April 16, while emergency services were on the scene of a house fire in Walkerton, a 64-year-old pedestrian crossing the road at Durham St. East and Colborne St. South was struck by a passenger vehicle.
North Perth Community Hospice Spring Social a hit
The North Perth Community Hospice Spring Social was held at the Listowel Golf Course on April 10, with organizers describing it as a very busy but successful and fun night.
U11 Central Perth Predators win WOGHL championship
STRATHROY - The U11 Central Perth Predators C team claimed the Western Ontario Girls Hockey League (WOGHL) top spot this month by downing the Lambton Attack 4-0.
Sistema Walkerton receives donation from Chepstow and District Lions Club
Sistema Walkerton, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing free after-school music education to children, recently received a donation of $750 from the Chepstow and District Lions Club on April 15.
Join the North Perth Board Gamers third Sunday of each month
LISTOWEL - The North Perth Board Gamers meet on the third Sunday of each month at Steve Kerr C.C to try new games and play favourites. All are welcome, ages 18 plus unless accompanied by a supervising adult.
Recording the history of Perth County
In 1902, when William Johnston sat down to record the history of what is now Perth County, he noted that the “modern town” of Listowel then had a population of 2,661 people and property assessed at $830,850.
Public health advises public of several new measles exposures
HURON/PERTH - Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) is advising the community of several measles exposures.
Local skaters achieve gold status
Two dedicated athletes from the Walkerton Figure Skating Club (WFSC) have reached significant milestones in their skating careers, exemplifying years of commitment and passion for the sport.
Listowel residents on stage in period murder mystery comedy
HARRISTON - A murder mystery is at the heart of a period comedy set to hit the boards at the Harriston Town Hall Theatre in May.
Walkerton Optimists host annual spelling bee
WALKERTON – The Walkerton and District Optimist Club held their annual spelling bee on April 15…
Hospice holds volunteer appreciation event
About three dozen volunteers were on hand at Walkerton’s Legion on April 7 to hear words of appreciation for their active work in fundraising on behalf of Saugeen Hospice.
Experts urge gardeners to watch for hammerhead worms
ONTARIO - As the weather begins to warm up, a silent assassin could be creeping around your yard without you knowing.
SVCA launches 75th anniversary ‘Explore’ program
Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority is celebrating its 75th anniversary this year, and is excited to announce the launch of the Explore Saugeen Conservation program.
AMDSB aims to raise awareness about the importance of school attendance
SEAFORTH - The Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) is raising awareness about the importance of regular school attendance as the final weeks of the school year approach. As the weather improves and the summer break becomes nearly visible, it is important to help students stay motivated and c
