The skating oval in Lobies Park has been blessed with ideal weather – cold, even when the sun shines – and skaters from all over the area have been enjoying the sport in the scenic beauty of the park. Here, Quinn Overgaard of Hanover and Mckinleigh Voisin of Lucan take a moment away from the fun to
Sports
Belt earned
The last month of 2021 saw a major accomplishment for one particular student at Schweitzer’s Martial Arts in Wingham. Makayla Schnurr was invited to test for a new belt, and she stepped up to the challenge, gave it her all, and was successful. On Dec. 11, Schnurr earned her Yellow Belt with a Black
PJHL regular season to resume this weekend
Fans of the Provincial Junior Hockey League (PJHL) have reason to rejoice, as the league will resume its regular season starting this weekend.
Bailey explains North Huron’s unusual request to neighbouring municipalities
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.
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.

