On July 1, 1879, the Canadian government passed a law passed designating the anniversary of…
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Bruce County Memories: Olympic gold medalist settled in Teeswater
When Teeswater became home to “the world’s first great woman swimmer” you’d think she might talk about her past life.
Par fore! the course
Did I use that phrase correctly? Last week, I swung a golf club for the very first time. I thought…
Red Top Berries holds third annual Strawberry Summer Kick-off event
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Perth County approves purchase of speed radar signs
Perth County council approved the purchase of 44 speed radar signs, on June 20, to be placed throughout the county.
LDSS held its athletic banquet, gave out seven major awards
Listowel District Secondary School held an athletic banquet on June 18 at which seven major awards were handed out.
Celebrating Canada makes sense
With July 1 in the offing as I write, it occurs to me that among the great local summer events I…
When in Rome, do as the Romans do
Summer has arrived with a blast of hot, sunny weather and the usual migration of city folk to ……
Fisher Clinic expansion will facilitate enhanced service
Engineering and design work has been completed for the two-storey expansion to the Fisher Family Primary Care Centre in Listowel, and Melloul Blamey Construction began work.
Elma Minor Ball Day held June 22
ATWOOD – Saturday, June 22 was Elma Minor Ball Day with teams from all ages divisions in action.…
Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Kurtzville celebrates 150 years
Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Kurtzville celebrated it’s 150th anniversary with a special service on May 26.
Ontario Health Coalition hearings highlight grim reality
The Ontario Health Coalition (OHC) hosted several hearings throughout the province June 8-18, collecting feedback from community members impacted by hospital and emergency department closures.
First Responder walk aims to break stigma surrounding mental health
Sergeant Manny Coelho worked as a police officer for decades before truly addressing his mental health.
Turnbacks, June 27
LISTOWEL: TEN YEARS AGO 2014 – North Perth Manager of Environmental Services Mark Hackett…
Pieces of the Past
As the days grow longer and warmer, and the scent of freshly cut grass fills the air, there’s a…