Community Living Ontario (CLO) continues to ratchet up its appeal to the provincial government for an immediate five per cent increase to the 117 member agencies it represents in order to properly supply individuals with intellectual disabilities the support they require going forward.
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PA Day fun at the North Huron Wescast Community Complex
WINGHAM – Lots of youngsters geared up for some PA Day fun at the North Huron Wescast Community…
Cell phone ban: not coming to a school near you
As of December 2023, Toronto District School Board was seriously toying with a ban on cell phones in schools. One has to wonder why. In theory, at least, Ontario has had such a ban since 2019.
Finding joy in winter
The winter season holds a special opportunity to find joy amidst the cold, wet and often challenging weather. By embracing the unique aspects of winter, you can discover a deeper sense of joy and connection with God. How, you might ask?
Grey Bruce Board of Health: Board discusses report on addiction
Dr. Rim Zayed, physician consultant, presented a year-end report for 2023 on the opioid crisis – there’s a lot more going on than analyzing data to determine the the local drugs of choice are fentanyl and meth.
Meeting of Creative Needle Club
LISTOWEL – The Creative Needle Club meets the third Tuesday of every month at Listowel Mennonite…
‘Off to the Races’ at Helen Whitfield Ladies Curling Bonspiel
The annual Helen Whitfield Ladies Curling Bonspiel was held at the Listowel Curling Club on Feb. 3 under the theme ‘Off to the Races.’
County asked to support bid for hosting 2026 IPM
A delegation representing the International Plowing Match and Rural Expo – the largest show of its kind in North America – was introduced to Bruce County council at the Feb. 1 meeting as bringing “very good news,” according to Warden Chris Peabody (Brockton).
Walkerton Junior Capitals win two out of three on the weekend
A busy, three-game weekend Feb. 2-4 put the Caps back in fourth position in the North Pollock Division standings.
A month in the hospital and I hope for a miracle
This story continues with Leah and I going to the emergency department (ED) of University Hospital in London at 3 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 15.
Cyclones clip inter-conference opponents to extend win streak
LISTOWEL – The final stretch run of the 2023-24 GOJHL regular season is officially on, and the…
Gallant: 2023 an ‘average’ year for South Bruce Fire Rescue
The two words used by Fire Chief Guy Gallant to describe South Bruce Fire Rescue’s 2023 activity were “typical” and “average.”
Krotz Street Benefit raises $35K for victims of January residential fire
LISTOWEL – The irony isn’t lost on Pastor Ralph Dwarika that one of the worst days he has ever…
Howick Mutual contributes $100K to WDH as part of 150th anniversary
Howick Mutual Insurance Company has pledged to donate $100,000 to the Wingham & District Hospital Foundation’s Caring Together campaign to bring a brand-new CT Scanner service to the hospital. This donation marks the end of Howick Mutual’s celebrations honouring 150 years in business.
Peabody: The people got what they wanted with the Durham St. bridge
Chris Peabody, Brockton mayor and Bruce County warden, commented on news that rehabilitation is being looked at as a viable option for the Durham St. bridge.
