Submitted September 20, 2023Cartoons
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Wingham Smokies win Huron County Slo-Pitch Championship
The Huron County Slo-Pitch league held their year-end tournament in Belgrave this past weekend. The Wingham Smokies won the “A” Division this year for the first time in their 48-year history. Wingham beat Seaforth 12-11 by scoring four runs in the bottom of the seventh inning with two out. This year
Listowel Golf Club crowns club champions for 2023
The Listowel Golf Club held its 2023 club championship on Aug. 19-20, with Katrina Klemp (+16), pictured above at left, claiming another women’s title and Adam Salisbury (+2), pictured above at right, winning the men’s bracket in a playoff over runnerup Craig Vanderheyden. In the senior men’s divisi
The three Dr. Frasers of Perth County
Over the years, many physicians have practiced in Perth County. One of them was Dr. Donald Blair Fraser. But in researching this person, one finds a lot of what seems like contradictory information.
IN PHOTOS: DJ’s Furniture holds grand opening for Wroxeter showroom
Last weekend, DJ’s Handcrafted Solid Wood Furniture held a grand opening celebration in honor of the opening of its new showroom at 43195 Amberley Road, Wroxeter. In addition to offering its biggest sale ever, attendees could partake in funnel cakes and axe throwing (safe for all ages) while getting
First day of school
Maitland River Elementary School posted several photos to their social media page and the following message – “It was an amazing first day for our Triumph. Shiny halls, cool learning spaces and excited staff welcomed our students back to school today. Thank you, Staff.” Pictured: Principal Lorrie Go
Wingham Protestant Reformed Church hosts youth retreat
From Aug. 18-21, the Wingham Protestant Reformed Church located on Edward Street welcomed more than 30 young adults from places throughout Canada and the United States for a time of spiritual refreshment and fellowship.
Artists with Brockton connections hold special show in Allen Park
Four multimedia artists will present their latest works of art at Paul Drysdale’s Allen Park Studio (301669 Concession 2 Sideroad, between Grey Road 3 and Allen Park Road, West Grey).
OFA Viewpoint: Farm shows bring people together
September means fall harvest on the farm. And while that’s a busy time of year, the Ontario agriculture industry also makes time for two of the biggest agricultural shows on its calendar: Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show (COFS) and the International Plowing Match and Rural Expo (IPM).
August a busy month for South Bruce Dairy Club
August has been a busy month for the South Bruce Dairy Club, starting with the Grey Bruce Judging competition on Aug. 2.
Look back to go forward
She had been exercising and eating well for six weeks. She came in and asked if she could check her weight. I reluctantly said yes. I was reluctant because she had made such tremendous progress; she was consistently exercising and choosing healthier food options for six straight weeks, and I didn’t
Brad Wilken Memorial Poker Run raises $11K for Saugeen Hospice
The second annual Brad Wilken Memorial Poker Run on Aug. 26 was a huge success, raising $11,380.30 for Saugeen Hospice Inc. On Sept. 7, event organizers presented Saugeen Hospice with the donation at the future site of the hospice building. Pictured: Dawn MacKay and Dianne Metcalfe, two of the key o
1953 was truly a banner year for Atwood’s bantam and midget boys’ baseball squads
1953 was truly a banner year for Atwood’s bantam and midget boys’ baseball squads – 70 years ago this September, both teams captured their respective Ontario Baseball Association (OBA) championships.
