Water witching, dowsing, divining, doodle-bugging…there are many names for the historical and mystical art of finding water and minerals underground by using just a simple forked twig. The history of dowsing for water has been recorded as far back as ancient Egypt.
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North Perth awards tender to repair Listowel Kinsmen Pool in interim to construction of new outdoor pool
LISTOWEL - The Listowel Kinsmen Pool will undergo some repairs this spring to increase its lifespan, until the new pool is built across the road.
Humboldt Broncos bus crash survivor, Amazing Race Canada winner, and mental health advocate Tyler Smith speaks to local students
LISTOWEL - When asked to sum up his entire speech promoting mental health awareness and resilience, Tyler Smith, a survivor of the 2018 Humboldt Broncos bus crash, said, “Take the necessary steps and remember that your story matters, too.”
Several minor Listowel Cyclones teams pursue undefeated post-season
LISTOWEL - The Listowel Cyclones Minor Hockey Association U11 Tier 1 team are just one of the several Listowel teams to remain undefeated throughout the post-season.
LDSS teams successful in local curling action
Two Listowel District Secondary School curling teams competed in both the Perth district and Huron Perth regional bonspiels. In the district event, the Listowel teams finished top two and both went on to the Regional event.
Listowel Cyclones clinch spot in the playoffs
LISTOWEL - The Listowel Cyclones went up against the Stratford Warriors on March 7, ending in a close score.
Information night for new arts and heritage committee well attended
Interest peaks as talks of a re-established North Perth creatives group gains momentum
North Perth Children’s Choir to perform at Carnegie Hall
NORTH PERTH -Two music teachers and a group of nine excited choir members are on their way to New…
Moving up and forward in spring fashion – biannual climb up clock tower solidifies season
LISTOWEL – Upon the arrival of daylight savings time on March 9, a twice annual event of climbing…
Full Spectrum Athletics – bridging the gap between sporting apparel and passion for community athletic events
LISTOWEL – Located at 150 Elizabeth St. W in Listowel is a new athletics business offering a wide…
Paddyfest gets rolling with Vegas Night
DEALING THEM IN– The Listowel Kinsmen put on another successful Vegas Night evening as part of…
Fun for all at the 48th annual Listowel Paddyfest
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48th annual Listowel Paddyfest boasts laughs, good times and good food.
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Ironmen eliminated by Kincardine Bulldogs in PJHL playoffs
Both the Wingham Ironmen and the Walkerton Capitals were eliminated from the Provincial Junior Hockey League playoffs over the weekend, each finding themselves on the wrong side of a 4-1 series.
North Huron council gives provisional budget approval
Council held its first 2025 budget meeting on Feb. 29, approving in principle a 3.15 per cent tax levy increase, which translates to an additional $236,000 in taxation.
