One thing the 2024 Listowel Agricultural Fair is known for is its many competitions. This year saw many competitors trying their hand at unique parade floats to the pedal tractor pull.
Spark program offers grants, mentorship, for new tourism ideas in Bruce County
A sixth round of the “Spark” mentorship and grants program has been launched to encourage Bruce County entrepreneurs, small businesses and non-profit organizations to create new sustainable tourism ideas for the region.
Victoria Jubilee Hall announces latest entertainment series
Nothing compares to live performance, and Victoria Jubilee Hall (VJH) has another great entertainment series set for you to enjoy.
The U11 Elma Express wins silver medal in A division finals
The U11 Elma Express blue team showed remarkable determination and improvement throughout the year, culminating in a well-deserved silver medal in the A division finals.
Ontario students going back-to-basics with fewer distractions this fall
Province limiting cellphone use in class, banning vaping and rolling out more modernized curriculum
GBPH issues opioid alert following reports of more drug poisonings
One fatal and seven non-fatal suspected opioid-related drug poisonings have been reported to Grey Bruce Public Health over seven days, prompting the organization to issue an opioid overdose alert on Sept. 9.
Billy Graham movie nights set for Chesley Sept. 20 and Oct. 18
Many people will recall the Billy Graham specials which appeared on television for decades.
It’s time to turn off distractions and focus on what is truly important
Reverend Ernie Naylor
Walkerton card results – September 12
Euchre results from Sept. 4 at the Walkerton Library.
Impaired driver arrested during RIDE program stop
A driver is facing an impaired driving charge as a result of an OPP RIDE check, a police report states.
United Way’s North Perth campaign kick off set for Sept. 13
The beginning of September means back to familiar routines for many people, but the change in the calendar also means the return of United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH)’s annual campaign.
Pieces of the Past: The first day of school in 1976: Listowel
Some local students doing their first day back to school walk in 1976 made front page news.
Bruce County releases draft of Official Plan for 2024-2046
On September 5, 2024, Bruce County Council directed staff to begin engagement on a draft of the new Official Plan that includes draft policies and mapping schedules which are now available for public review.
Lemonade for a Cause
Three youngsters were seen selling lemonade and cookies in Listowel on Saturday, Aug. 31
Grey Wellington Theatre Guild celebrates its 50th anniversary
Celebrated at the 50th Anniversary Gala at the Harriston Town Hall Theatre on Sept. 7
