The Stratford Normal School was a staple in Perth County’s educational landscape from the time it opened in 1908. Students from across southwestern Ontario attended the school to pursue their teacher training and begin careers in education.
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Hanover and District Hospital Foundation received $2,000 from the Hanover Legion Ladies Auxillary
The Hanover Legion Ladies Auxiliary 130 recently presented the Hanover and District Hospital Foundation with a $2,000 contribution towards their fluoroscopy unit campaign.
Traffic stop of ATV leads to multiple charges
WINGHAM - Huron County OPP has charged a Wingham resident with several offences following a traffic stop on June 3, a press release confirms.
Nuclear Innovation Institute CEO: ‘A rural region can shape national policy’
WALKERTON - Jessica Linthorne, president and CEO of the Nuclear Innovation Institute (NII) presented the 2025 annual report to Bruce County Council on June 4.
Dry Streak brings together theatre veteran, emerging performer with local ties
BLYTH - This summer, the Blyth Festival’s comedy Dry Streak by Leeann Minogue features a cast that includes one of the most pedigreed actors in Canadian theatre alongside a young performer for whom this particular stretch of rural Ontario is home.
May Lottery Draw dinner organized by Formosa and the District Lions
Formosa and District Lions Held their May Lottery Draw dinner meeting with the following $40 winners.
Regional unemployment rises 0.7 per cent
WALKERTON - In May, the unemployment rate in the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region increased by 0.7 percentage points to 5.9%, the largest percentage increase of all economic regions in the province, yet continues to hold steady as the lowest unemployment rate in the province.
Saugeen Hospice expresses gratitude towards Second Hand Rose Shop
Saugeen Hospice is extending a sincere thank you to the Second Hand Rose Shop (SRH) for their generous donation of $5,000 toward the build of Saugeen Hospice.
15th annual North Perth Character Run ‘successful’ says organizers
LISTOWEL - The North Perth Community of Character held its 15th annual Character Run on May 28 at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex.
Picture of the Past
From June 7, 1989: Keith Waldie (standing) and Jack Tait were honored at the Walkerton Rotary Club’s 50th anniversary dinner held on Saturday, June 17 at the Community Centre.
Huron-Perth District Women’s Institute district meeting featured Blyth Festival Theatre keynote speaker
Guest speaker Rachael King, general manager of Blyth Festival Theatre, gave attendees a behind-the-scenes look into the expansive world of rural theatre which produces art that often travels to the international stage.
Elma Township Public School hosts annual fun fair – including educator inflatable race
Elma Township Public School’s annual fun fair on May 29 featured a ton of games and attractions…
Lack of healthcare provider knowledge a barrier to care for 2SLGBTQIA+ residents of Perth, Huron Counties
Unlike doctors, there is no shortage of headlines of rural healthcare as of late. Besides the urgent need for healthcare professionals locally, provincially and nationally, studies are looking deeper into specifics.
Flag raising kicks off Pride Month in North Perth
The Pride flag rose at the North Perth Municipal Office on June 1 to mark the start of Pride Month. North Perth Mayor Todd Kasenberg opened the event with the above comment, speaking to the community he hopes continues to be built here, one of inclusivity.
Smile Cookie campaign at Walkerton Tim Horton’s raises most funds in region
WALKERTON - This year’s Tim Horton’s Smile Cookie campaign raised $24,131 in Walkerton.
