During the warmer months in midwestern Ontario, a tractor rolling along one of the many farm fields in the area is not an uncommon sight. For decades, the operators of these massive machines used their talents to drive in straight lines – not because it looks pretty in a photo, but to be efficient
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Wingham Foodland donates tree sale proceeds to hospital
The festive spirit was alive and well at Wingham Foodland this holiday season. Bruce Armstrong and Betty Marshall, owners of Wingham Foodland, donated $3 from the sale of all Christmas trees to the Wingham & District Hospital Foundation (WDHF). The promotion received such a positive response that Fo
D.A. Virtual Sports opens extensive new play space in Listowel’s west end
No one would argue that life can be hectic and stressful at times. Work and family commitments can often leave little time left over to just kick back and relax.
Local unemployment rate hits 4.4%
In December, the unemployment rate for the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region increased by 0.7 percentage points to 4.4 per cent. The provincial unemployment rate decreased by 0.1 percentage point to 5.6 per cent, both unadjusted for seasonality.
Harmony Hearing: more than just a hearing test
Harmony Hearing opened its doors on Oct. 3 at 302 Josephine St. (right across from the post office) and offers much more than hearing tests.
Ag Business and Crop Inc. – taking field health to new heights
It would be an impossible task to find anyone who could coherently argue against the value of farmers. They feed the world’s population in its entirety, and much of their success or failure in the agricultural sector is based upon the health of the soil in which they plant, and subsequently the crop
The Tees Tap House – South Bruce’s newest gathering place
A new pub with golf simulators has officially opened its doors in the heart of downtown Teeswater.
Premier Equipment donates 6,600 pounds of potatoes to food banks
Premier Equipment in Listowel continues its support of six area food banks, collecting potatoes for distribution by the banks at Christmas time. This year, more than 6,600 pounds of potatoes will be donated to the food banks – the largest amount donated by Premier Equipment to date, “proving that th
Local entrepreneurs awarded funding to bring tourism ideas to life
Bruce County is celebrating the success of its fifth annual Bruce County Spark Program. Held on Nov. 21, this innovative event showcased three finalists who delivered winning pitches. Each finalist is now set to receive a $3,000 grant along with a valuable three-month mentorship opportunity with a s
Applications being accepted for Canada Summer Jobs 2024
Applications for the Canada Summer Jobs 2024 program are now being accepted.
Listowel BIA hosts carriage ride experience
Deck the Halls in Listowel saw a new addition this year, as the Listowel Business Improvement Area (BIA) orchestrated a magical horse-drawn carriage ride experience.
Region’s unemployment rate jumps slightly
In November, the unemployment rate for the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region increased slightly by 0.1 percentage points to 3.7 per cent. The provincial unemployment rate decreased by 0.5 percentage points to 5.7 per cent, both unadjusted for seasonality.
Local business makes donations to Bruce County Paramedic Services, Walkerton Fire Dept.
Two local emergency services got a helping hand in the form of donations from Marvin Freiburger and Sons Inc.
More than just golf, curling at Wingham Golf and Curling Club
Just a few minutes’ drive outside of town on Jamestown Road, sitting back a decent piece from the road, is the Wingham Golf and Curling Club (WGCC).
Wingham business wins award for barrier-free design
The winners of the 2023 Barrier Free Design in the Private and Public Sector, as well as the winner of the 2023 Accessibility Champion Award, were announced on Nov. 20 by the Huron County Accessibility Advisory Committee (HCAAC).
