Council decided on Oct. 4 not to support a reduction of ice rates for minor sports in North Perth facilities.
Sports
Wingham Golf and Curling Club receives donation from Howick Mutual Insurance
Howick Mutual Insurance recently donated $4,200 towards the Wingham Golf and Curling Club’s rock refurbishment project. “The donation of $4,200 will help us provide great curling to our members, expand our junior curling program and continue to hold elite curling events at our club,” wrote the club
Ironmen humiliate Hawks, fight Flyers in season start
The Wingham Ironmen kicked off the long-awaited 2021-22 Provincial Junior Hockey League (PJHL) season with a pair of wins over the Walkerton Hawks and the Goderich Flyers.
Volunteers prep for upcoming curling season in Walkerton
Volunteers spent Sunday afternoon preparing the curling arena for the upcoming season at the Walkerton Golf and Curling Club. The past two curling seasons were altered or interrupted by COVID-19 restrictions put in place by the province. With all curlers needing to be double vaccinated, along with a
Walkerton FC thanks three long-time members for their contributions
Three long-time members of Walkerton FC are leaving the club – Jeff Roberts – past president for many years, and coach; Steve Cobean – referee co-ordinator, Lakeshore Soccer League president and scheduler, coach, referee (he did the majority of this summer’s games); and Bettyanne Cobean – treasurer.
Hawks drop first two games of PJHL season
Friday, Oct. 1, Hawks fans came to the Walkerton arena to see the team’s home opener. It wasn’t pretty for the home team, as Wingham trounced Walkerton 9-2.
Conners visits LGC
Following the completion of another successful PGA Tour season, Corey Conners dropped by the Listowel Golf Club earlier in September for a round and some fellowship amongst his biggest fan base. Included was Listowel’s Grayson Carter, the 2021 junior champion at LGC, a title that Conners also held y
Cyclones rout Bombers in regular season home opener
While Friday night’s score may not have accurately depicted how close the game actually was against the Stratford Warriors, the Listowel Cyclones still needed a big bounce-back game in their 2021-22 regular season home opener on Sept. 26 at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex. And they certainly got it.
Hawks fall to Bulldogs in pre-season PJHL action
If the pre-season game Wednesday, Sept. 22 is any indication, Hawks fans are in for a thrilling season of PJHL action. The first period was scrambly and the visiting team kept the action close to the Hawks’ net, scoring twice before the end of the period. The Hawks settled down in the second and thi
Fields of pink
Beautiful autumn crocuses are in full bloom in a field west of Belgrave. Bulbs are available for purchase.
Cyclones drop final pre-season test to Sugar Kings
It was a game that nearly didn’t happen at all due to scheduling issues with the officiating crew, but the Listowel Cyclones and Elmira Sugar Kings did ultimately wind up playing their final matchup of the GOJHL preseason on Sept. 17.
Long-time equipment manager reflects on 25 years with Listowel Cyclones
Like much of the support staff and executive of the Listowel Junior Cyclones, Mark Kennedy got his start simply as a fan of the club.
North Huron having trouble hiring recreation staff
Director of Recreation and Community Services Vicky Luttenberger spoke at length to North Huron councillors regarding the staffing shortage at both the North Huron Wescast Community Complex and the Blyth Community Centre, saying if they didn’t make some changes, the options would be limited for keep
Council turns down Wingham Minor Hockey request
North Huron council received a letter, signed by the Wingham Minor Hockey Association executive, requesting that they reconsider the ice rates or consider some support for the upcoming season.
Grey/Bruce Special Hockey Foundation seeking players, sponsors for upcoming season
The Grey-Bruce Special Hockey Foundation is seeking participants and sponsors for the upcoming hockey season.