North Perth’s Alex Brooks had an outstanding baseball season in 2023, and her individual prowess was recognized on Nov. 25 by the Provincial Women’s Softball Association when she received the Carol Cleverly Award as the Most Promising Minor Catcher (U15 Tier 1 Division) in the organization. In addit
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Drives hang on for second win of season over Centenaries
The Milverton Four Wheels Drives added another win to the column in the 2023-24 Ontario Elite Hockey League standings with a narrow 2-1 victory over the Seaforth Centenaries on Sunday afternoon at the Perth East Recreation Complex.
Cyclones slay Warriors, fall to Siskins in marathon shootout
The Listowel Cyclones continue to prove they’re amongst the GOJHL’s elite clubs after extending their season-high point streak to 12 games last weekend against a pair of top-tier Midwestern Conference opponents.
IN PHOTOS: 2023 Atwood Santa Claus Parade
The Lions Club once again hosted Atwood’s annual Christmas parade on Friday, Nov. 24, which made its way through the downtown to the Elma Memorial Community Centre. Afterwards, the public was then treated to refreshments and a visit with Santa at the outdoor rink.
Council steps on the gas by supporting school bus stop arm camera pilot project
By giving its support, North Perth is in a way, giving the school bus stop arm camera pilot project the gas to move towards fruition.
Salvation Army Christmas concert set for 25th annual performance
It’s been the official unofficial kickoff to the holiday season in Listowel for nearly three decades, and now the time is nearly upon us once again for the Salvation Army brass band to take centre stage.
29 attend Ladies Morning Out in Listowel
Ladies Morning Out was held at the Listowel Salvation Army Church on Saturday, Nov. 18. Twenty-nine ladies gathered for a light brunch, fellowship, and inspiration. They concluded the morning by assembling a Christmas door decoration. They also had the opportunity to sing some of their favourite Chr
IN PHOTOS: 2023 Listowel Santa Claus Parade
The Nov. 25 Listowel Santa Claus Parade attracted many to the downtown core.
Green Holly and The House of Refuge
“The crime of being old and blind” is the alarming title of the editor’s remarks in Green Holly, a collection of poems and stories written by local women, that was published at Christmas time in 1895.
‘Still much work to be done to address hatred in all forms’
If you have been following the recent media coverage of the trial of the young man who killed Salman Afzaal, Madiha Salman, Yumna Afzaal, Talat Afzaal and wounded the youngest of this Muslim family, who were all intentionally run down while out for a stroll, in their London, Ont. community, you will
Listowel Kinettes host annual carol sing
The Kinette Club of Listowel hosted its annual community carol sing at the Listowel branch of the North Perth Public Library on Nov. 23, with many residents turning out with their families to get in the early festive mood with some holiday classics.
Atwood Lions continue to enhance park with new pathway project, set to commence in May 2024
The Atwood Lions Club’s drive and ambition to continuously enhance the community in a variety of ways certainly knows no end.
Listowel Ag. Society donates to local food bank
The Listowel Agricultural Society donated $6,246 in proceeds from its annual October Harvest Dinner and Auction to the Listowel Salvation Army Family Services food bank on Nov. 27. Pictured, from left: 2023-24 Listowel Agricultural Fair Ambassador Vanessa Kloostra, Salvation Army Food Bank Coordinat
Monkton Christmas Parade set for Dec. 2
The annual Monkton Christmas Parade is set for its annual running this Saturday, Dec. 2.
Listowel Salvation Army kicks off Christmas Kettle campaign
The Salvation Army kicked off its annual Kettle Campaign on Saturday, Nov. 25 at Zehrs in Listowel. The Salvation Army welcomes anyone interested in volunteering for this year’s campaign. Those interested are asked to contact Ray Homewood at 226-622-6989 or email homewood@wightman.ca. Pictured at t
