TEN YEARS AGO 2015 – Following the lowering of the Maitland River, the park has been a hive of…
Pieces of the Past
Practical jokes, a whistling musician and the ‘Vine Pullers’: Campbell Cork journies into Wingham’s past
WINGHAM - The Wingham and Area Historical Society (WAHS) had a special visitor at its Oct. 1 meeting, bringing in local historian and author Campbell Cork to share some of his stories about the small rural town.
Local perspective on 1903 Throne Speech
Early in 1903 King Edward VII was called upon to open the British Parliament with a speech from the Throne.
Walkerton Herald-Times Oct. 9 Turnbacks
From October 11, 1995
Listowel Banner turnbacks, Oct. 2, 2025
TEN YEARS AGO 2015 – David Carson Farms & Auctions acted as a layover facility for horses…
Heritage homes and inhabitants part 2
This month’s home snapshots take a look at two Hay family homes. The first home is currently…
Elma Agricultural Fair ‘one of the best in the district’
Fall fair season is upon us once again, bringing with it the sights, sounds, and tastes that remind us of harvest time and rural community spirit.
Walkerton Herald-Times Oct. 2 Turnbacks
From October 3, 1990
Walkerton Herald-Times Sept. 25 Turnbacks
From September 27, 1989
Spooky season is upon us
“Spooky Season” is upon us! Perth County has seen its fair share of ghastly and ghostly stories throughout its history.
Listowel Banner turnbacks: September 25, 2025
TEN YEARS AGO 2015 – The Listowel Terry Fox Run raised approximately $8,000 as 91 participants…
Walkerton Herald-Times Sept. 18 Turnbacks
From Sept. 14, 1988
Clashes between Catholics and Protestants reach tipping point in mid-1800s
With large personalities steering the development of Stratford and Perth County in the 1840s,…
Listowel turnbacks, Sept. 18, 2025
TEN YEARS AGO 2015 – David Carson Farms & Auctions acted as a layover facility for horses…
Walkerton Herald-Times Sept. 11 Turnbacks
From Sept. 9, 1987
