Deck the Halls in Listowel saw a new addition this year, as the Listowel Business Improvement Area (BIA) orchestrated a magical horse-drawn carriage ride experience.
Mitchell’s George Hicks pens historic Christmas poem
The time for decorating, baking, and shopping is upon us. Soon, we will be out at parties and family gatherings, wishing our friends and family good cheer. For those who celebrate Christmas, trimming the tree, hanging up our stockings and seeing the big guy in the red suit are always favourites with
A season of stillness
Winter has rather suddenly blanketed southwestern Ontario in its icy embrace. We now find ourselves confronted with a season that demands resilience and strength. In the chill of the winter winds, there is a profound parallel to the challenges we face in our spiritual journeys.
U15 OWHL BB Capitals win Tournament of Heroes in Whitby
The Walkerton Capitals U15 OWHL BB team won the Tournament of Heroes in Whitby over the weekend, defeating the Central York Panthers 1-0 in the championship game. Pictured, front row (from left): Trainer Ann Rahn, Brooke Metcalfe, Caleigh Grubb, Chloe Albers, Myah Tupling, Amelia Steele, Jaycee John
Region’s unemployment rate jumps slightly
In November, the unemployment rate for the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region increased slightly by 0.1 percentage points to 3.7 per cent. The provincial unemployment rate decreased by 0.5 percentage points to 5.7 per cent, both unadjusted for seasonality.
Rotary Club makes donation to Walkerton trail
The Rotary Club of Walkerton recently presented a $2,000 donation to the Municipality of Brockton for the Saugeen Rotary Trail. Pictured, from left: Don Moore, Rotary Club secretary; Colleen Gillis, Brockton’s community services director; and Tom Traversy, Rotary Club president.
Saugeen Toastmasters celebrate 17 years with program expansion
Saugeen Toastmasters, a thriving local chapter of Toastmasters International, proudly celebrates its 17th anniversary with an important announcement: the enhancement of the innovative Pathways education program.
Meadow Ridge Maple makes donation to food bank
Donna and Jim Fischer of Meadow Ridge Maple (Fischer Lind Farms) recently presented a cheque for $1,000 to the Walkerton and District Food Bank. Pictured: Donna Fischer, right, presents the cheque to Dianne Waram of the Walkerton and District Food Bank.
Walkerton Legion judges record number of entries for poster, literary contests
Walkerton Legion Branch 102 members judged a record number of entries for its Remembrance Poster and Literary competitions this year. Pictured are Branch 102 1st Vice-President Phil Englishman and Veterans and Seniors Chair Jon Critchfield, with fellow judge Cheryl Van Oene in the background. First
OHC holds press conference at Queen’s Park on service closures at rural hospitals
The Ontario Health Coalition has just released a new report that shows the frequency and severity of hospital closures in this province is “unprecedented, and it’s getting worse.”
U11 C 86ers wins Pink on the Rink tournament
The Lucknow-Wingham 86ers U11 C squad captured the Pink on the Rink championship in South Huron over the weekend, defeating South Huron 2-1 in the championship game. Pictured are, back row (from left): Sarah McLean, Myla Vaughn, Malynne Henry, Dennis McLean, Bryn Devos, Jenna McLean, Amber Ricicia,
North Perth’s Alex Brooks wins PWSA award
North Perth’s Alex Brooks had an outstanding baseball season in 2023, and her individual prowess was recognized on Nov. 25 by the Provincial Women’s Softball Association when she received the Carol Cleverly Award as the Most Promising Minor Catcher (U15 Tier 1 Division) in the organization. In addit
29 attend Ladies Morning Out in Listowel
Ladies Morning Out was held at the Listowel Salvation Army Church on Saturday, Nov. 18. Twenty-nine ladies gathered for a light brunch, fellowship, and inspiration. They concluded the morning by assembling a Christmas door decoration. They also had the opportunity to sing some of their favourite Chr
Green Holly and The House of Refuge
“The crime of being old and blind” is the alarming title of the editor’s remarks in Green Holly, a collection of poems and stories written by local women, that was published at Christmas time in 1895.
