Reeve Bernie Bailey recently sent an unusual request to surrounding municipalities, asking councils for financial assistance to help offset the costs of running the North Huron Wescast Community Complex and the Blyth Community Centre.
Sports
Listowel Throwdown to test entrants’ physical abilities, benefit local gyms
At the end of the day, the upcoming virtual Listowel Throwdown really stands to benefit all parties involved.
Junior Cyclones bulk up at GOJHL trade deadline
When the Listowel Junior Cyclones return to regular season play following the latest provincial government-implemented pandemic lockdown, the club will be a deeper one prior to the hiatus.
Friendly game of shinny
The mid-month cold snap encouraged some local lads to get out on the Wilson Park ice for a friendly game of shinny on Monday afternoon, Jan. 17, in Listowel’s south end.
WOAA cancels remainder of regular season for minor, senior hockey
The Western Ontario Athletic Association (WOAA) has announced the cancellation of the remainder of the regular season for minor hockey and the Senior “AA” league.
Formosa outdoor rink a busy spot
The Formosa Recreation Centre outdoor ice rink is a busy spot. No one is allowed inside the building but what really matters is that there is ice and a place for people to enjoy themselves during the lockdown.
Morris-Turnberry youth signs motocross sponsorship deal with Kawasaki
Caleb Vankoughnett is well on his way to achieving his goal to become a professional motocross racer, after signing a sponsorship deal with Kawasaki.
Government restrictions cancel Wallace skating lessons until at least Jan. 26
In accordance with the Province of Ontario’s latest list of pandemic-related closures and restrictions, Skate Wallace’s January 2022 lessons have been put on hold.
Latest government recreation restrictions to impact Cyclones
The Listowel Junior Cyclones were scheduled to resume their 2021-22 GOJHL campaign on Jan. 2 in Elmira against the Sugar Kings, but that game didn’t happen.
2022 World Juniors: Train wreck from opening puck drop
Alright, I’ve had about a week to cool down over this one. Albeit it didn’t help much – I’m still pretty ticked off, as are a lot of people.
Walkerton Hawks’ newest player scores twice against Hanover
The Walkerton Hawks played back-to-back games against the Hanover Barons, winning 3-0 on Dec. 28 in Hanover and almost doing it again on home ice Sunday, Jan. 2.
Ironmen split weekend games against Barons, Flyers
The Wingham Ironmen’s recent plays have landed them in the fourth spot in the PJHL Pollock Division.
Wingham U9 Blue LL off to good start
The Wingham U9 Blue team has gotten off to a good start this season. After having last year cut short due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the kids were hungry to get on the ice and hone their skills. For at least one player, this was the first opportunity to play hockey.
Race Team #37 makes donation to local hockey organization
Race Team #37 made a donation to the Grey/Bruce Special Hockey Foundation for Intellectually Challenged Athletes on Sunday, Dec. 19. The donation took place at DK Salon, the home of Ben, Jenna, Del and Laci Freiburger, across from the Dunkeld turnip waxing plant. The donation helps with jerseys, equ
Ice oval to return to Lobies Park for another season
“With the weather’s co-operation, there will be ice,” said Mark Coleman, director of community services.
