The 88th edition of the Masters Tournament is set to roll at the Augusta National Golf Club on April 11-14, and for the seventh time in his career Corey Conners will be in the field in search of the coveted green jacket.
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Solar eclipse puts on a show in the sky
Although the region of Huron-Perth did not fall along the path of totality, the April 8, 2024 total solar eclipse still put on a show in the sky with 95 per cent totality visible. The next total solar eclipse is expected to be visible from this area on October 26, 2144.
Cyclones jump out ahead 2-0 in Cherrey Cup Final
It was standing room only for the first two games of the 2024 Cherrey Cup Final, with the Listowel Cyclones jumping out to a 2-0 series lead over the rival Stratford Warriors last weekend.
Tender approved for Highway 86 resurfacing east of Listowel
Although a specific date was not given, Perth County’s Asset Management and Engineering Specialist, Bill Wilson told council the project should begin early this year for two weeks, or less.
Listowel tipi to serve as place of ceremony, healing
A tipi is in the process of being erected just outside of the Listowel community and will become a gathering place for Indigenous peoples, for ceremony, healing and learning.
Wallace U9 Sabres squad wins DQ Challenge Cup
Over the Easter weekend starting on Good Friday, the Wallace Sabres U9LL team travelled to South Huron to compete in the DQ Challenge Cup. The tournament consisted of 12 teams from across midwestern Ontario.
Elma couple inducted onto Ag Wall of Fame
The Stratford-Perth Museum is honouring and inducting an Atwood Dairy farming couple onto the 2024 Agriculture Wall of Fame.
Council votes to allow Binning Street parking during Cyclones playoffs
Council amended the agenda at the April 8 meeting to include an item from Lyndon Kowch, director of operations, regarding allowing parking on Binning Street during the Junior Cyclones playoff season.
Regional February unemployment rate decreases to 4.1%
In March, the unemployment rate for the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region decreased by 0.4 percentage points to 4.1 per cent. Meanwhile, the provincial unemployment rate increased by 0.5 percentage points to 6.6 per cent, both unadjusted for seasonality.
Catholic school board launches international education program
The Huron-Perth Catholic District School Board (HPCDSB) announced in March the launch of an International Student Program, which will welcome students for the 2024-25 academic year.
April 4th turnbacks
2014 – The Ontario Provincial Police sought three suspects in connection with an armed Listowel home invasion on Barber Avenue, after they entered the residence and assaulted two occupants, stealing a quantity of cash and electronics at gunpoint.
Karli June nominated for four CMA Ontario Awards
Listowel’s small town girl turned big city country star, Karli June, has an exciting 2024 ahead.
LMH CEO comments on temporary closure of OB unit
It was announced last week that there will be a temporary closure of the obstetrics (OB) department at Listowel Memorial Hospital. This is due to a lack of trained obstetrical nurses available within the OB department, as maternity leaves are leaving the department with only two nurses left.
Court of Appeal’s ATV decision has disturbing implications
A recent decision by the Ontario Court of Appeal has disturbing implications for owners of such vehicles as ATVs.
Milverton’s 18th annual ‘An Evening to Celebrate Women’ set for April 27
On Saturday, April 27 at the Perth East Recreation Complex in Milverton, the Milverton Women’s Initiative Committee is preparing to host the 18th annual “An Evening to Celebrate Women.” The 2024 theme is “Hollywood” and attendees are encouraged to dress in their best version of Hollywood glam!
