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Heidi Hope Foundation surpasses $200,000 in fundraising
LISTOWEL - A bake sale was hosted on July 26 to raise funds for Heidi Hope Foundation, in support of London Health Sciences Foundation’s ongoing Triple Negative Metastatic breast cancer (TNMBC) research.
Chickenfest returns to Walkerton
WALKERTON - Start practicing your best rooster call! The Walkerton Homecoming Committee is bringing back Chickenfest, and it’s better than ever.
Dinner Over the Yokasippi River celebrates local history with fine dining in a unique setting
CARGILL - This year’s Dinner Over the Yokasippi River on July 26 (the rain date, postponed from July 19) had its weather challenges, but what’s a little rain, to a group of history and environmental enthusiasts – and those who simply enjoy a unique adventure?
South Bruce Council members question solar/farming plan
South Bruce Council members were critical of a proposal to build a solar project while continuing to farm on agricultural land, asking pointed questions about the cost of the electricity and taking the land out of regular agricultural rotation.
Horatio Walker: one of Canada’s most famous artists who hails from Listowel
Perth County has spawned its fair share of iconic Canadians throughout history, particularly, a lot…
New measles exposure in region
GREY-BRUCE - Grey Bruce Public Health is advising the public of new measles exposure locations in the area.
IPM Committee aiming for 200,000 attendance in 2026
TEESWATER – Gord Lang, chairman of the 2026 Bruce County International Plowing Match (IPM) and…
Remembering Hibbert Township’s rural properties
On Aug. 9, 1889, the Stratford Beacon published an article by the editor of the Mitchell Recorder which recounted his tour of two farms in Hibbert Township.
Highland Dancers successful at ScotDance Canada National Championship
Two students from the Adele Campbell School of Highland Dance in Harriston competed in the ScotDance Canada National Championship in Ottawa July 5-8.
Conners finishes 10th at Open Championship
Corey Conners has pulled off another top-10 finish at a major tournament.
Break and Enter in West Perth; assault of police at campground
Perth County OPP have charged one individual following a home invasion at a residence here on July 12, a police report confirms.
Becoming North Perth: amalgamation of Listowel, Elma, Wallace
The amalgamation of the Town of Listowel, the Township of Elma and the Township of Wallace into what is now North Perth triggered a lengthy process of restructuring and recalibrating for those living in the municipalities, and those chosen to lead it.
Perth East Twinning Committee leads visit to Neresheim, Germany
The Township of Perth East recently returned from a memorable and meaningful visit to its twinning town, Neresheim, Germany, marking a significant milestone in the enduring partnership between the two communities.
Heritage theme for Aug. 2 Homecoming Parade
Hosted by the North Perth Chamber of Commerce, Listowel’s 150th Anniversary Homecoming Parade will be held Saturday, Aug. 2, beginning at 11:30 a.m.
