For Marah Gibbons, the decision to write Christmas letters to veterans and those currently serving our country in the armed forces had nothing to do with family ties; she just wanted to bring a smile to other people’s faces.
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Rising country music star has ties to Teeswater
Basil Bauer is following in his family’s footsteps, musically speaking.
Wingham hosts U11 Regional Silver Stick
The Wingham U11 Rep Ironmen had hosting honours at this year’s Regional Silver Stick ‘B’ and ‘C’ tournaments over the last week, with the squad coming up short in the ‘C’ bracket with three losses in preliminary pool play.
Lucknow’s Staehli wins Canadian XC Championship, qualifies for 2023 worlds
It was a 2022 season to remember for Lucknow native Julie-Anne Staehli, even if it didn’t get off to the start she wanted.
Girls win, boys lose as Madill opens varsity hockey season
The 2022-23 Huron-Perth high school varsity hockey season is underway, with the F.E. Madill boys’ squad unable to replicate the early success of the girls’ team last week.
Ironmen take down Capitals, Flyers in weekend tilts
The Wingham Junior Ironmen are steadily making ground in the PJHL’s North Pollock Division standings.
Local health partners asking residents to help ‘remove pressure’ from health care system
A group of local health and social service partners is asking residents to “work together” to help local hospitals reduce emergency department visits during the cold and flu season.
OPP offers tips to help send ‘porch pirates’ away empty-handed
Online shopping makes it easier to find that perfect gift for the festive season, but it's also made it a cinch for thieves to steal your purchases right from your doorstep.
McDonagh Insurance’s ‘Giving Tuesday’ fundraiser brings in $56K for Wingham hospital
The community responded with amazing generosity to a goal set out by one local company’s challenge for ‘Giving Tuesday’ on Nov. 29.
COVID outbreak at Wingham hospital declared over, Nov. 30
The COVID-19 outbreak at the Wingham and District Hospital has been declared over by Huron Perth Public Health, as of Nov. 30.
Perth-Huron Jersey Dairy Cattle Club honouring retiring secretary-treasurer
The Perth-Huron Jersey Dairy Cattle Club has a very active membership with breeders of Jerseys from Perth and Huron counties. The little brown cow from both counties is known all over the world for outstanding type and production. The club recently recognized Carolyn Van Dorp (pictured), longtime se
Huron-Kinloss council holds inaugural meeting for 2022-26 term
The 2022-26 council for Huron-Kinloss held its inaugural meeting on Nov. 15 in the council chamber, with about 50 people in attendance.
Jim Cuddy talks performing, motivation and quitting his day job
Jim Cuddy is, in a word, thankful.
Lions Club of Wingham recognizes member for 45 years of service
At a recent meeting of the Lions Club of Wingham, Lion Earl Dolmage (left) was presented with a 45-year Membership Chevron by 1st Vice Deputy Governor William Yelland (right), from Mount Forest. Lion Earl’s community service has spanned 10 years in Elora, 18 years in Milton and, so far, 17 years in
Maitland River Elementary School hosts annual Christmas Market
Maitland River Elementary School held its annual Christmas Market on Nov. 26, with several local vendors and a visit from Santa for photos. Funds raised will support Maitland River and F.E. Madill Secondary School.
