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SVCA launches 75th anniversary ‘Explore’ program
Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority is celebrating its 75th anniversary this year, and is excited to announce the launch of the Explore Saugeen Conservation program.
AMDSB trustees review student suspension trends
SEAFORTH - A summary of school suspensions data collected from Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) schools states there were 1,164 suspensions issued to students between Grades 4-12 during the 2023/24 school year.
AMDSB aims to raise awareness about the importance of school attendance
SEAFORTH - The Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) is raising awareness about the importance of regular school attendance as the final weeks of the school year approach. As the weather improves and the summer break becomes nearly visible, it is important to help students stay motivated and c
CSWBP drug trafficking and substance use town hall in Walkerton offers good information, plenty of discussion in informal setting
The event on April 16 at the Walkerton Community Centre turned out to be more of a networking event than a formal presentation, with plenty of lively discussion and an excellent exchange of information.
U18 South Bruce Blades win OMHA championship in Kingston
The U18 South Bruce Blades claimed the Ontario Minor Hockey Association (OMHA) provincial championship in what could be the last year that the team will be competing in its current league structure.
Federal candidates address immigration, inflation, foreign affairs, climate change at Palmerston meeting
The Minto, Mount Forest, Arthur and Mapleton Chambers of Commerce co-hosted a “Meet the Candidates” event on April 14 at the Norgan Theatre.
Loney announced as winner of Paulette Peirol Memorial Award for Excellence in Economic Development
The Nuclear Innovation Institute (NII) recently announced the winners of the second-annual Clean Energy Frontier Program Awards, recognizing exceptional contributions to the local economy and clean energy sector.
U11 Central Perth Predators win WOGHL championship
The U11 Central Perth Predators C team claimed the Western Ontario Girls Hockey League (WOGHL) top spot this month by downing the Lambton Attack 4-0.
North Perth mayor votes against 2025 county budget
STRATFORD - Without unanimous support, Perth County Council approved its 2025 budget at the April 17 meeting, an increase of 11.34 per cent.
Roy VanSickle celebrates 95th birthday, shares life map to living well
LISTOWEL – Roy VanSickle celebrated his 95th birthday alongside 200 friends and family members…
Three departments respond to Walkerton house fire
Brockton Fire Chief Chris Wells said a house fire on McNab St., Walkerton, on Wednesday, April 16 resulted in three fire departments being called to the scene.
Monkton Lions host e-waste fundraiser
MONKTON – On April 19, Steven Smith Auto Sales in Monkton and Trillium Mutual Insurance Company…
The case of the masticated missive, the Campbell gang meet their match
As a means of escaping the law, eating your arrest warrant wouldn’t seem a likely solution. Yet it happened, in 1859.
Mack, Traversy and Craddock to perform in second ‘Spirit in the Sky’ gospel show on May 4
The “Spirit in the Sky II” gospel show is coming to St. Paul’s United Church, Walkerton on Sunday, May 4 at 2 p.m.
