The past couple of weeks have brought a flurry of news items that include interviews with various retired high-ranking American diplomats and politicians. It seems every network has its own expert spokesperson on speed dial.
News
Get ready for a toe-tapping good time with Jamie Warren on March 29
Jamie Warren, whose warm and honest country hits have made him the most awarded independent country artist in Canadian history, is returning to Hanover for a very special concert on March 29 at the Hanover Civic Theatre.
Inclement weather leads to extra shifts, staff stuck at hospitals
South Bruce Grey Health Centre (SBGHC), like everything else in the area, has been affected by recent severe weather.
Bruce County Beef Farmers call for recipes for Flavours from the Furrow IPM cookbook
The Bruce County Beef Farmers are calling on local families, home cooks, and beef lovers to help make the beef chapter in the upcoming Flavours from the Furrow.
Grey County CAO announces resignation
Grey County Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) Kim Wingrove has given notice she will be stepping down from her role on May 2, 2025.
Cyclones begin playoff series with London Nationals
The Listowel Cyclones have entered playoff season, beginning with a series against the London Nationals.
What tariffs mean to the local agricultural community
The “moving target” nature of the tariffs imposed as part of the American trade war with Canada has created a lot of uncertainty in both countries, in many industries, none more so than agriculture.
Good fortune on St. Patrick’s Day
St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated all around Perth County every year. Articles published in local newspapers from a century ago, preserved at Stratford-Perth Archives, give a glimpse on how the day was celebrated in times gone by.
Council approves Character Run route despite councillor concerns
Council received a request from the North Perth Community of Character to close a portion of Binning Street West, and Road 160 from Highway 86 to Line 87, for the 14th annual Character Run on May 29.
Liberals in Perth-Wellington acclaim David Mackey as federal candidate
The Perth Wellington Federal Liberals announced via a release that David Mackey was selected as their candidate for the next federal election.
Paddyfest at Parkview Gardens hosts CCR tribute band
Locals packed the venue as part of the Paddyfest festivities.
Spring thaw causes flooding issues in Walkerton and area
School buses and anyone returning to work after March Break had a challenging time getting into Walkerton on March 17.
Atwood area sugar bush among the sites for activities on annual Maple Weekend
A local producer is among the participants in the Ontario Maple Syrup Producers’ Association’s (OMSPA) Maple Weekend.
History shows annexing Canada doomed enterprise
You’ve heard of President Trump calling for annexing Canada as the 51 st state. As a historian, I can tell you that any such attempt is doomed to failure. Over and over, Canadians have driven off American invaders.
North Perth school boundary review seeking feedback
A boundary review of local elementary schools has been conducted, and the associated committee is seeking public feedback.
