STRATFORD - United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) is giving Perth-Huron residents a new opportunity to speak up for community housing. Locals can visit the United Way website to sign a petition encouraging the Government of Canada and Government of Ontario to invest in new community housing in the region.
Heritage homes and inhabitants: part 1
This article begins a short series of articles that will share the brief histories of some of Listowel’s historic homes and a bit about some of the families who lived in them.
An inside look at the art of broom making
Though there are modern cleaning gadgets such as the “autonomous robotic vacuum cleaner” available now, the broom was, and still is, a household essential. And if you lived in Perth County in the early 20th century, there was a good chance your broom bore the mark of E.G. Crawford.
Funds raised, $8,700, given to three different charities
Keagan Engel, who owns Elora Road Meats, had a charity barbecue and raffle on July 12 at the butcher shop.
Local Catholic school board announces appointment of board chaplain
HURON-PERTH - The Huron-Perth Catholic District School Board (HPCDSB) recently announced the appointment of Deacon Dan McPhee as board chaplain, effective Sept. 2, 2025.
Bruce and Grey counties recognize Overdose Awareness Day
GREY-BRUCE - Bruce and Grey counties joined communities around the world in “painting towns purple” on Sunday, Aug. 31, for International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD).
Elma Avengers finish seventh in Canada at Manitoba tournament
MANITOBA - The Elma Avengers U15 Fastball team were in Winkler, Manitoba from Aug 12-17 for the U15 Canadian fast pitch championships.
Sacred Heart Parish Bazaar set for Sept. 10
MILDMAY - The arrival of September and back to school means the Mildmay Sacred Heart Parish Bazaar is right around the corner.
Run 4 Health committee receives multiple donations
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Why farmers show up at one of Ontario’s biggest political events – and why it matters
From Aug. 16 to 19, leaders from the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) joined more than 2,000 elected officials and staff at the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) annual conference in Ottawa.
Literacy council hosts adult spelling bee
PAISLEY - South Grey Bruce Youth Literacy Council will host an adult spelling bee on Thursday, Sept. 18 from 7-9:30 at Bonfire on Queen in Paisley.
Tiny kitten, huge need: humane society seeks donation for life-saving surgery
STRATFORD - The Humane Society of Kitchener Waterloo & Stratford Perth (HSKWSP) is urgently seeking community support for Penny, a six-week-old kitten who was found on the side of the road with serious injuries, a press release details.
Fatal pedestrian collision in Seaforth
A vehicle and pedestrian collision in Seaforth has claimed the life of a 77-year-old Huron East resident, a police report confirms.
Huron Hospice holds No Place Like Home Farm to Fork Dinner
Huron Hospice’s No Place Like Home Farm to Fork Dinner is set for Septe. 20. The Huron Hospice team will serve dinner at the Holmesville Community Centre.
Hospital foundation launches Future Care Collective
The Wingham and District Hospital Foundation recently announced the launch of the Future Care Collective, a new social giving club designed for people who want to support local healthcare while enjoying fun, exclusive events.
