As of December 2023, Toronto District School Board was seriously toying with a ban on cell phones in schools. One has to wonder why. In theory, at least, Ontario has had such a ban since 2019.
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Finding joy in winter
The winter season holds a special opportunity to find joy amidst the cold, wet and often challenging weather. By embracing the unique aspects of winter, you can discover a deeper sense of joy and connection with God. How, you might ask?
Meeting of Creative Needle Club
LISTOWEL – The Creative Needle Club meets the third Tuesday of every month at Listowel Mennonite…
‘Off to the Races’ at Helen Whitfield Ladies Curling Bonspiel
The annual Helen Whitfield Ladies Curling Bonspiel was held at the Listowel Curling Club on Feb. 3 under the theme ‘Off to the Races.’
Cyclones clip inter-conference opponents to extend win streak
LISTOWEL – The final stretch run of the 2023-24 GOJHL regular season is officially on, and the…
‘Wrapped Bread is Advocated’
Contrary to popular belief, the most astounding dough-related invention of the early 20th century…
Council approves third year of April ice at Howick Community Centre
Council approved the installation of late-season ice at the Howick Community Centre for the third year in a row.
How do we bridge the growing divide between the wealthy and the workers?
The rich get richer and the poor get poorer, goes the old saying.
Cornhole tourney in Kurtzville
Full Spectrum Athletics held a cornhole tournament at the Wallace Community Centre in Kurtzville on Saturday. The tournament was raising money for kids who may need assistance for sports programming.
Drives wrap inaugural season with 6-0 loss to Creemore
The Milverton Four Wheel Drives completed their inaugural Ontario Elite Hockey League (OEHL) regular season on Jan. 27, dropping a 6-0 decision to the Creemore Coyotes at the Perth East Recreation Complex.
IN PHOTOS: Central Perth Hockey Fun Days
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U11 Rep B Cyclones top Drayton 3-2
The Listowel U11 Rep B Cyclones continued their solid 2023-24 minor hockey season on Jan. 24 at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex, rallying from an early deficit to top the Drayton Defenders, 3-2. Listowel remains unbeaten in the second half, going 3-0-1 while sitting only a single point behind first-
Cycs rack up three more wins
The Listowel Cyclones substantially increased their odds of finishing atop the GOJHL’s Midwestern Conference standings over the weekend, after sweeping three opponents and picking up an additional six points as the 2023-24 regular season continues to wind down.
ETPS students win gold, bronze at Junk Drawer Races
Elma Township Public School (ETPS) Grade 8 students brought home gold and bronze medals from the recent Junk Drawer Races competition. ETPS won gold and bronze in the Hydraulic Crane Competition.
Listowel McDonald’s closed for renovations
McDonald’s restaurant in Listowel will be closed through the month while continuing renovations take place at the north-end establishment.
