Ang Freiburger, on behalf of Race Team #37, met with Charlene Myke, the development manager for Easter Seals, on Saturday, Nov. 26, to give their yearly donation to Easter Seals.
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Formosa CWL gather for Christmas meeting
The Formosa Catholic Women’s League held its Dec. 6 meeting with Christmas spirit floating through the hall.
St. Joseph’s CWL honours long-serving members
Members of St. Joseph’s Catholic Women’s League – Cargill received service pins and scrolls on Nov. 27 in recognition of their years of service to the group. Pictured: (Front row, from left) Cathy Vanderlee, 40 years; Cathy Elphick, 50 years; and Wendy Weatherall, 40 years. (Back row) Anne Graf, 40
Visions of Christmas toys from yesteryear
Our pioneering ancestors made do with home-made presents at Christmas. Mother could sew a rag doll for her daughter. Father might whittle a toy horse for his son. Then as families prospered they were able to buy gifts in the local general store, practical gifts like dishes, a new coat or boots.
Rotary Club of Walkerton makes first draw of 2022-23 Walkerton Lottery
The Rotary Club of Walkerton held the first draw of its 2022-23 Walkerton Lottery on Dec. 8. Winners are Kevin and Kristen Schaab ($1,000), Bonne Noble ($500), Cory Culbert ($300), Angela Freiburger ($250), Dave Batte ($200) and Dr. Papaioannou ($150). The draw was made by exchange student Palmy Wiw
Walkerton Herald-Times’ Knitting Tree provides gift of warmth
All the talented knitters and crafters who donated items to the Herald-Times Knitting Tree this Christmas helped give the gift of warmth to untold dozens of children and families in need through Bruce County’s Dorrell Young Christmas Program.
Second Hand Rose Shop donates $4,000 to Walkerton hospital
The Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation (WDHF) received a donation of $4,000 from the Second Hand Rose Shop on Tuesday, Dec. 13. Pictured at the cheque presentation are, from left: Pat Simpson, WDHF director; Brittany Hawkins, WDHF executive director; and Monica Zettel, Shirley Kuntz and Bria
SBGHC conducting review of COVID-19 vaccination policy
Among the items discussed at the Dec. 6 meeting of the South Bruce Grey Health Centre was a review of the COVID-19 vaccination policy that’s presently underway.
Brockton mayor concerned about impact of inflation
Mayor Chris Peabody said he is anticipating a very interesting ROMA (Rural Ontario Municipal Association) conference in January, as he and his counterparts across the province try to cope with the impact of inflation.
Agency nurses a major topic of discussion at hospital board meeting
The issue of agency nurses continues to be a major topic of discussion by the South Bruce Grey Health Centre board of directors.
Busy elves at Walkerton food bank
Santa’s helpers come in many shapes and forms, but these volunteers at the Walkerton food bank are smiling for a great reason – all the hampers they’ve prepared for less fortunate families this Christmas. This year, the need is greater than ever, but so is the generosity of the community.
F.E. Madill boys hockey squad drops 2-1 decision to Stratford
The F.E. Madill varsity boys’ hockey team fell to 0-3-0 in Huron-Perth Athletics high school action on Dec. 7, following a tight 2-1 loss to the visiting Stratford DSS Golden Bears (1-2-0) at the North Huron Wescast Community Complex. Pictured: Mustangs netminder Connor Moran steers a shot away with
Ironmen continue to roll with two more weekend victories
No North Pollock Division club is hotter than the Wingham Ironmen at the moment.
Jim Cuddy serenades audiences at Wingham Town Hall Theatre
The Jim Cuddy Trio (Jim Cuddy, fiddler Anne Lyndsay and guitarist Colin Cripps) put on a powerful performance for Wingham residents on Dec. 8 and 9 at the Wingham Town Hall Theatre.
Listowel-Wingham hospital board updated on projects, recruitment efforts
The third stage of renovations in the X-ray department of the Wingham and District Hospital is complete, according to a report from the Listowel Wingham Hospitals Alliance (LWHA) board of directors.
