The Stratford Normal School, a training college for teachers, formally opened its new building overlooking the Avon River in January 1909. Students from around Perth County and beyond had been attending classes since the previous fall.
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Autumn more than just a season of falling leaves and pumpkin spice lattes
As the vibrant hues of summer gradually fade, and the crisp, cool breeze of autumn sweeps through the land, Christians around the world find themselves immersed in a season of profound spiritual significance. Autumn, with its kaleidoscope of colours and its symbolic imagery, offers a unique opportun
Navigating family conflict throughout the holidays
Friends, As we head into a holiday season, I’m almost a little embarrassed to share that last night, before I fell asleep, I found myself Googling “How to navigate family conflict during the holidays.”
Perth County to explore insurance options
Perth County council has asked staff to prepare a request for proposal (RFP) for general insurance options after receiving an estimate on the 2024 insurance premiums from the county’s insurance provider.
Multicultural Association of Perth-Huron hosts multicultural festival in Listowel
The Multicultural Association of Perth-Huron (MAPH) held its annual multicultural festival in Listowel Memorial Park on Sunday, Sept. 24, featuring a number of diverse musical acts at the amphitheatre, while treating guests to an impressive spread of free food samplings from cultures around the worl
IN PHOTOS: 101.1FM The Ranch’s third anniversary party
“The event is all about the community, we just wanted a fun, free day,” commented 100.1FM general manager Nick Cadotte.
RIDE program nabs impaired driver with loaded handgun
One person is facing several charges following an impaired driving investigation in the Municipality of North Perth.
North Perth to petition county for Kurtzville speed limit reduction
The Municipality of North Perth will advocate to Perth County council for a potential speed limit reduction on Line 88 through the village of Kurtzville.
Perth County council wants province to help resolve court closures
Two members of Perth County council – Dean Trentowsky and Todd Kasenberg – want to see some action from the province after receiving a report on Sept. 21 about last-minute court closures in Stratford.
Cargill Lawn Bowling Club crowns season champs
The Cargill Lawn Bowling Club recently crowned its 2023 season champions. Pictured, from left: Linda Freiburger, Kevin Wilkens and Deborah Wilhelm – playoff champions; Margaret Elliott-Niesen, Roger Bester and Linda Folmer (on end) – season champions; Roger Bester, Mike Kraemer and Carmen Lippert –
Walkerton DCS, Sacred Heart boys’ golf teams qualify for CWOSSA
The Walkerton District Community School and Sacred Heart High School boys’ golf teams are both headed for the CWOSSA Golf Championship following top-five performances at the Bluewater Athletics Association (BAA) Championship last week in Owen Sound.
Capitals continue strong start with pair of weekend wins
It took the Walkerton Capitals until Nov. 27 to pick up three victories last year during their 2022-23 PJHL regular season. It took this year’s edition of the team all of 10 days to accomplish the same feat.
Chepstow Lions make donations to hospice, food bank
The Chepstow Lions hosted a very successful car tour this summer, raising thousands of dollars for local organizations. Recently, the Lions presented $4,000 from the proceeds of the car tour to Saugeen Hospice Inc. and the Walkerton and District Food Bank. Lions President Amy Huber and Lion Lorne St
Staying home when sick is the best way to prevent spread of COVID this fall
People have learned over the years that autumn brings an increase in respiratory illnesses, including the common cold.
