HANOVER - The Hanover Community Players have issued a casting call for their upcoming production of the musical School of Rock.
Local artist captures the heart of ‘My Listowel’ in banner design
LISTOWEL - As part of Listowel’s 150th anniversary celebrations, the Listowel Business Improvement Area (BIA) has unveiled new streetlight banners created by local artist Greg Stubbs.
Kin Cares youth group raises $1,235 for Ronald McDonald House at annual BBQ
LISTOWEL - The Kin Cares Youth Group, a service organization run by the Kinsmen and Kinettes Clubs of Listowel, has once again demonstrated the power of youth in making a difference. On May 16 and 17, the group hosted its second annual barbecue fundraiser in support of Ronald McDonald House Charitie
Hanover Community Players laud community for support of show
HANOVER - Hanover Community Players (HCP) are offering “a big thank you” to audience members who “took the time from their busy schedules to attend and support our Bare, Bear Bones shows.
Final Listowel Baptist Church Garage Sale raised $37,107
LISTOWEL - After 35 years, the final Listowel Baptist Church Garage Sale was held last weekend and raised a record amount of $37,107.
A budding topic for spring – with a dash of humour
As spring slowly settles in, the plant buds are beginning to flush or open all over the area, and it’s a sure sign that spring is here. Oh, we may get a few cold spells yet, to be sure, but you can’t slow the progress of Mother Nature. Sooner or later, the warm weather will seep in and remind us tha
Local MPP Lisa Thompson says budget about building ‘resilience’
HURON-BRUCE - Ontario Minister of Finance Peter Bethlenfalvy released the 2025 Ontario Budget: A Plan to Protect Ontario, last week.
Celebrating Victoria Day in Perth County
Perth County communities celebrated Victoria Day in May of 1897 with concerts and picnics, as was customary.
Chepstow cards
CHEPSTOW - Euchre and Solo Scores for Monday May 19 at the Chepstow Lions Hall.
Crokinole season wraps up
TEESWATER - Crokinole at the Teeswater Community Centre finished its season on Wednesday, May 14.
Walk for Guide Dogs on May 25
The Wingham Walk for Guide Dogs will be held on Sunday, May 25 at 11 a.m.
Walkerton senior cards
WALKERTON - Local seniors enjoyed euchre on Wednesday, May 14 at the Walkerton Library.
Lace up your shoes in support of people living with dementia in the community
HURON-PERTH - Alzheimer Society Huron Perth is once again hosting the annual IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer’s, which takes place on May 24, 2025.
Cargill Community Foundation announces $40,000 in spring 2025 disbursements
CARGILL - The Cargill Community Foundation recently announced it’s 2025 spring disbursements.
BWDSB announces new Superintendent of Education appointment
CHESLEY - Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) announced the appointment of Kim Harbinson to the position of Superintendent of Education effective Sept. 1, 2025.
