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Arts & Entertainment

The Trials of Maggie Pollock will make you a believer

Kelsey Bent August 8, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Opinion, Walkerton Herald-Times, Walkerton-Wingham-Listowel, Wingham Advance Times

Blyth Festival Theatre’s latest stage performance, The Trials of Maggie Pollock, is based on an unusual trial that took place at the Goderich courthouse in 1920, one where the accused was convicted of witchcraft.

Dinner on Durham the event of the season

Pauline Kerr August 1, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

When it comes to fine food, elegance and fun, the Kinette Club of Walkerton’s Dinner on Durham event on July 27 will be remembered as the event of the season.

Walkerton card game results – July 24, 2024

Submitted August 1, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Contests, Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Euchre results for Wednesday, July 24 at the Walkerton Library.

Bootlegging Tour of the Great Swamp draws a full house

Submitted August 1, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Walkerton Herald-Times

A full house was on hand for the Bootlegging Tour of the Great Swamp this past Saturday, July 27.

Ag Society Car Show the most successful ever

Pauline Kerr August 1, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The eighth annual Car and Truck Show put on by the Walkerton Agricultural Society was the most successful ever, according to Morgan Inglis.

Cargill has new Homecoming Ambassador after 45 years – Payton Hayes

Pauline Kerr August 1, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Contests, Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

In a gala pageant on July 28, Cargill’s reigning Homecoming Ambassador since 1979, Pennie Wilhelm, passed on her crown to the 2024 ambassador, Payton Hayes.

The Western Swing Authority coming to Blyth Memorial Hall

Submitted August 1, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

The Western Swing Authority will perform at Blyth Memorial Community Hall October 5.

Big Wreck brings show to Wingham Town Hall Theatre Oct. 5

Submitted August 1, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

WINGHAM – Big Wreck is bringing their dynamic show to the Wingham Town Hall Theatre  on Oct. 5.…

Resort to Murder is hilariously horrific and terrifyingly tremendous

Kelsey Bent August 1, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Independent Plus, Listowel Banner, Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Walkerton-Wingham-Listowel, Wingham Advance Times

Murder and humour don’t usually go together. Perhaps the only exception is in Resort to Murder by Brigitte Solem, on stage at the Blyth Festival Theatre’s Memorial Hall. 

‘Fair time’ had at the 168th annual Listowel Agricultural Fair

Nicole Beswitherick July 25, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Contests, Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural

LISTOWEL – The 168th annual Listowel Fair officially began on July 18 with the opening of…

Local artist Owen Riegling nominated for four 2024 CCMA awards

Emily Bowen July 25, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Mildmay native Owen Riegling has been nominated by the Canadian Country Music Association (CCMA) for four awards, including a nomination for entertainer of the year.

Huron Hospice to host butterfly release again this year

Submitted July 18, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

HURON COUNTY - The annual butterfly release is back at Huron Hospice for its eighth year.

GWTG Summer Youth Production Steal the Rich a second-generation take on Robin Hood tale

Submitted July 18, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News, Music, Walkerton-Wingham-Listowel

The Grey Wellington Theatre Guild (GWTG) 2024 youth production is a fresh take on a well-loved medieval-era tale that features a lively cast of budding actors, including two from Listowel. 

Yenssen featured on library Art Wall

Submitted July 11, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Local artist Colleen Yenssen has returned to the Walkerton Library. 

Pickin’ by the Pond 2024 – country music at its finest

Pauline Kerr July 11, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Pickin’ by the Pond in Cargill, July 5-7, gave the crowd exactly what they came for – a laid-back country music event like no other.

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Intimate Partner Violence information sessions coming to Perth County

The next initiative for those working at combatting the rising, sustained issue of Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) in Perth County is community information and education sessions, aimed at giving people the tools to recognize IPV and the resources available to help them. 

Maitland Terrace celebrates 40th anniversary, reminisces of home’s early years

Residents, volunteers and staff marked the 40th anniversary of Maitland Terrace Seniors Living Complex on Dec. 11 with cake and a history lesson.

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Choose good luck with your New Year’s menu

WALKERTON - When you plan your New Year’s dinner menu, be careful about which foods you choose.

Walkerton Herald-Times Dec. 25 Turnbacks

From Dec. 20, 1995

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Morris-Turnberry Council approves early tender for maintenace gravel project

Council here approved Public Works to start a tender process for maintenance gravel and hot mix paving ahead of 2026 budget approval, at their Dec. 16 meeting. 

Coldest Night of the Year returns to Wingham in February

United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) is inviting residents of northern Huron to register for the fifth annual Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY) walk.

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Editorial

What do we do with all the dark?

Happy new year! Yup. You heard me. The family of Jesus’ followers around the world is celebrating…

World Diabetes Day: Myths, facts, why it matters

Every year on Nov. 14, people around the world recognize World Diabetes Day (WDD) – a day that honours Canadian scientist Sir Frederick Banting (on his birthday), who co-discovered insulin alongside Charles Best in 1922.

The meaning behind Diabetes Awareness Month

November marks Diabetes Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on a disease that affects millions of people worldwide – including right here in North Perth.

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Morris-Turnberry Council approves early tender for maintenace gravel project

By Rachel Hammermueller

Council here approved Public Works to start a tender process for maintenance gravel and hot mix paving ahead of 2026 budget approval, at their Dec. 16 meeting. 

Coldest Night of the Year returns to Wingham in February

By Submitted

United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) is inviting residents of northern Huron to register for the fifth annual Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY) walk.

Maitland River Elementary School holds annual Holiday Show Dec. 16.

By Cory Bilyea

Maitland River Elementary School held its annual Holiday Show on Tues. Dec. 16. kindergarten Class…

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