The Wingham Ironmen failed to get on the board in their 2023-24 PJHL preseason opener on Aug. 22, but the junior squad will have two more exhibition opportunities to find their scoring touch before the regular season commences next month.
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Construction on downtown parkette to commence in September
Construction on the latest addition to downtown Listowel – a parkette – is set to begin next month.
County seeks public input for transit study
The Sept. 1 deadline is quickly approaching for public submissions to assist with the transit demand and feasibility study that’s now underway.
1850s: Starvation stalks Bruce County
The early settlements of Bruce County had limited resources to carry them through hard times. For example, so precarious was the economy of Southampton in 1851 that the loss of a single boatload of supplies meant that the hamlet had to be partially abandoned so that the rest might eat.
Bluewater board completes busy summer of upgrades to several schools
It isn’t only students who are starting the new school year on Tuesday, Sept. 5 with a fresh, new look. They’ll find many of their schools also look at least a bit different when they return to class – everything from a general sprucing-up and cleaning, to major renovation work.
Ted Nichol signs contract with ECHL’s Wings
Listowel’s Ted Nichol will continue his professional hockey career with the Kalamazoo Wings of the ECHL this season.
Capitals down Applejacks in PJHL preseason tilt
Following a 2023 preseason-opening loss to the Kincardine Bulldogs earlier in the week, the Walkerton Capitals rebounded with a statement victory over the reigning PJHL Schmalz Cup champions two nights later.
Peel semifinalist at CNE ambassador competition
The Howick-Turnberry Agricultural Society was well-represented at the Canadian National Exhibition (CNE) Ambassador of the Fairs competition earlier this month.
Euchre and solo results
There was a lot of activity with euchre and solo at the Walkerton library this past week.
Columbarium to be installed at Teeswater-Culross Cemetery
Council has endorsed a recommendation by the Teeswater-Culross Cemetery Board to move forward with the purchase and installation of a columbarium.
Are we finally listening to climate change warnings?
Most of us have been reacting with shock and horror at news and photos of the devastating forest fires in British Columbia and the North West Territories.
Statistics Canada launches tool to compare quality of life in Canadian municipalities
A new tool from Statistics Canada allows people to compare the quality of life in every Canadian municipality.
Strolling down Memory Lane with the Walkerton Horticultural Society
This is No. 11 in a series of garden articles from the early 2000s about Walkerton Horticultural Society activities. The articles are being published in loving memory of longstanding society president, Nancy Bajurny who was always dedicated to beautifying our town.
Cyclones salvage weekend with win over Brantford
The Listowel Junior Cyclones chalked up their first win of the 2023-24 GOJHL preseason with a 4-2victory over the Brantford Bandits at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex on Aug. 26.
Long-time executive Wayne Long retires as Cycs president
When it comes to knowing the ins and outs of a junior hockey organization, few in terms of the Listowel Cyclones have the resume that Wayne Long accumulated with the club.
