Two weeks ago when I wrote my column, I was full of vim and vigor. It appeared that spring was here and the garden could be planted, and the golf course was drying out. Well, spring/summer hasn’t come yet and the golf course is barely open with cold, wind and rain interfering. The garden? Well…
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Bear binge-drinks 69 cans of pop – overconsumption at its finest
You have to admire the bear out in British Columbia that broke into a car and guzzled 69 cans of pop.
The sweet sound of vinyl
Last Thursday, my family gathered at my late grandfather’s house in Wroxeter to enjoy some social time following Grandpa’s burial service (he passed away in January). Naturally, stories were shared and photo albums were perused.
No truth or reconciliation happening in Sauble Beach
I have been going to Saugeen Ojibway Nation (SON) since before I even knew what a treaty with Indigenous People was. And when I say SON, that includes Sauble Beach.
Saugeen Conservation updates M-T on programs and services
Jennifer Stephens, Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority (SVCA) general manager, made a presentation to council at its April 11 meeting on the programs and services it offers.
Wingham BIA, LWHA to collaborate on doctor recruitment
The Listowel Wingham Hospitals Alliance (LWHA) and the Wingham BIA hope to join forces and develop new, innovative ways to attract new doctors to the area.
North Huron council updates Wingham BIA on activities
The Wingham Business Improvement Association (BIA) held its regular monthly meeting on April 20 at the Hot Stove Lounge in the North Huron Wescast Community Complex.
Wingham BIA to honour Leland and Thora Vance for generosity
The Wingham Business Improvement Area (BIA) board members discussed how to properly honour the late Leland and Thora Vance for the generous $7 million fund they set up at the Waterloo Region Community Foundation.
CONTEST: Win 4 tickets to see ‘The You Should Know Better’ comedy tour in Wingham, May 13
The "You Should Know Better" comedy tour is making a stop in Wingham on Saturday, May 13, and Midwestern Newspapers has four tickets to the show we giving away to one lucky reader!
Film viewing inspires community building workshop
The Wingham Community Connectors held a community building event at Maitland River Elementary School on April 18 that began by watching the award-winning feature film The Great Disconnect.
South Bruce Grey Health Centre updates masking policy
The South Bruce Grey Health Centre (SBGHC) has updated its masking policy in response to recently updated guidance from Public Health Ontario on infection prevention and control measures in hospitals. This guidance is based on the relatively low number of COVID cases in Ontario intensive care units
North Perth begins water metre upgrade project
The Municipality of North Perth will begin installing new water metres as part of a major upgrade project on April 24.
Listowel Minor Hockey hosts 2022-23 awards
Listowel Minor Hockey Association’s 2022-23 awards banquet was held on April 14 at Parkview Gardens, with the organization recognizing its outstanding performers from the past season.
Perth County 4-H holds recognition banquet in Listowel
The Perth County 4-H Association recently held its volunteer and sponsor recognition banquet along with the annual general meeting at the Listowel Agricultural Hall.
