The Listowel District Secondary School junior girls’ volleyball team concluded its winter regular season schedule on Feb. 9 with a home matchup against top-seeded St. Michael Catholic Secondary (9-0), with the Lightning (5-4) falling in straight sets, 10-25, 10-25. Despite the loss, LDSS advanced to
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Cyclones take two of three with playoffs looming
Despite a momentum-halting loss to the Stratford Warriors on Sunday afternoon, the Listowel Cyclones are gradually rounding into playoff form after winning two of their three games last week.
Listowel U9 Tier 2 squad wins tight game against Minto
The Listowel Cyclones U9 Tier 2 team travelled north to Palmerston on Feb. 7 to take on the Minto Mad Dogs. Minto got out to an early 1-0 lead, but the Cyclones stormed back with three unanswered goals to win 3-1.
LDSS junior boys advance to Huron-Perth basketball semis
The LDSS Lightning have booked their spot in the Huron-Perth Athletic Association final four, after earning a convincing 48-31 win over the St. Marys Salukis in junior boys’ high school playoff basketball action on Feb. 13.
Soo Greyhounds call up Gowanstown-born rookie Tate Vader
Tate Vader got the chance to officially pull on the red and white jersey of the Soo Greyhounds last week, when the Gowanstown-born forward made his first appearance in the Ontario Hockey League for three games.
Knox Presbyterian Church to hold pancake supper, Feb. 21
On Tuesday, Feb. 21, the Knox Presbyterian Church of Listowel will be hosting a pancake supper from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The meal will consist of sausages and pancakes as well as scrumptious desserts. It is a “pay what you can” event and those who are in need of a meal are encouraged to attend, fo
Kinsmen prepare for Paddyfest celebrations, announce parade route
At their Feb. 13 meeting, North Perth council received correspondence from the Listowel Kinsmen in preparation for two of this year’s Paddyfest events.
Snow sculpture contest on until Feb. 20
Creative snow sculptures have been appearing around North Perth as the Municipality hosts their annual Snow Sculpture Contest on until Feb. 20. To participate in the contest or to get more information, visit the Recreation, Facilities and Programs page on the municipality’s website. Pictured above i
Let us eat our chicken, please
Hey, I am new to town, just moved in six months ago to Knox Listowel and I am a bit embarrassed something I love that I really enjoy about living here.
Village outing changes perspective for Westfield class
There is plenty to be learned within the classroom setting, certainly no one would question that. But sometimes to gain true perspective, students must venture outside the walls of a school and walk in someone else’s shoes to gain the practical experience future leaders require, while gaining key at
19th century travelling portrait artists and artist-photographers
Earlier in Canada’s history, artists were mainly itinerant, moving from place to place and working to fulfill commissions from wealthy patrons. Most earned an income painting portraits.
Listowel Legion to host Family Day Carnival, Feb. 20
On Monday, Feb. 20, the Listowel Legion will be hosting a fun Family Day Carnival at Parkview Gardens.
Enjoying the Atwood outdoor rink
Emersyn, 8, and Hannah, 5, skate alongside cousins Brooklyn, 11, and Blake, 9, at the Atwood Lions Club’s outdoor rink on Feb. 2. The rink has remained closed for the last week following an increase in temperatures throughout the area.
North Perth budget meetings postponed until March, April
Budget talk will remain paused at North Perth council, as the budget committee postponed the remainder of their meetings until March and April.
Kempston and Werth marks 15th anniversary with Paddyfest giveaway
To help celebrate its upcoming 15th anniversary in business, Kempston and Werth Realty Ltd. is offering a timely promotion to coincide with North Perth’s most anticipated annual event.
