Cargill’s Pickin’ By The Pond country music festival, July 7-9, got rave reviews, for everything but the weather. And even that didn’t keep people from enjoying the great music and camaraderie in one of the prettiest (albeit on Saturday, one of the soggiest) parks around.
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Bruce County green lights third-party review of Durham Street bridge project
James Lang, Brockton’s deputy mayor, filling in for Chris Peabody, Brockton mayor and Bruce County warden, asked for and received a clear statement that the third-party review of the Durham Street bridge project would definitely include a north location for a replacement bridge.
Police charge South Bruce man in weapons investigation
The Grey Bruce OPP have laid several charges against a South Bruce man in relation to a weapons investigation from June 2022.
Firefighters battle blaze at Berlett Farms, July 6
The cause of a shed fire on Line 87, north of Listowel, on July 6 is unknown at this time.
Crash claims life of cyclist in Chesley
A July 6 crash in Chesley has claimed the life of a cyclist.
Driver charged after hitting young cyclist in Walkerton
A 19-year-old driver is facing multiple charges following a collision between a passenger van and a young cyclist earlier this week.
Bat in ACW tests positive for rabies
Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) is reporting that a bat located in Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh has tested positive for rabies.
Province announces intention to build new nuclear development at Bruce Power
TIVERTON – A series of announcements last week made clear the province’s long-term commitment to nuclear energy, and Bruce County will play a key role in that commitment.
Listowel Stick and Puck make donation to It Takes A Village
The Listowel Stick and Puck Hockey club made a recent $520 donation to It Takes A Village, with Rejean Cantin pictured presenting the cheque to ITAV representatives at their Listowel location. Also pictured are team members, from left: Jim Duncan, Richard Keeso, Keith Hurlbut, Bruce Oliver, Rejean C
Road hockey
School is officially out for the summer and Dedric Grimes (goaltender) and Cody Cook were quick to take advantage, getting together for some one-on-one road hockey at Listowel’s Wilson Park on June 28.
Legionnaires extend win streak to three games
The Listowel Legionnaires are on a winning streak.
U17 Listowel Legends make short work of Shakespeare
The U17 Listowel Legends made short work of the visiting Shakespeare Falcons 15-5 in girls’ softball action on June 22 at John Bell North.
Parsons elected president of PGA of Ontario
The PGA of Ontario has elected a new president, and it is a name familiar to local golfers.
Letting God restore my soul
When I was a girl, I learned to get the work done first, and rest later.
Huron Perth District Women’s Institute hosts 19th annual meeting
The Huron Perth District Women’s Institute recently held its 19th annual meeting at the James Street United Church, Palmerston.