Legion Week is Sept. 17-23, 2023. Major Andrew McKeever, Listowel Legion, Branch 259 is busy with our usual activities – cards, darts, pool, seniors dance, Thursday evening Catch the Ace draws, monthly veterans Buddy Check Coffee, and Friday night meat draws. Come on out to join us.
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List of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation events in Huron-Perth
Huron County Truth telling with Michelle Good – A bold, provocative collection of essays…
We look for a day when faith will be made sight
Recently our worship service was opened with a call to worship that acknowledged that God is Sovereign, that He reigns above all and above everyone else and that He is actually in control. From that thought we were called to worship Him, submit our hearts to Him and acknowledge His goodness and care
Back in time to the Listowel Fall Fair
As we make our way into the cooler autumn weather and watch the leaves on the trees change colours, let’s take a trip back 101 years ago to the 1922 Listowel Fall Fair.
North Perth housing market remains steady
Unsurprisingly, North Perth had another steady month of home sales activity in August.
United Way Perth-Huron targets $2.5M for 2023-24 campaign
The United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) has set its fundraising goal for 2023-24, with the organization gearing up for its most ambitious campaign to date.
Listowel Terry Fox Run another success
The Listowel Kin Station was filled with cheer, laughter, and plenty of hugs as the community gathered for the 43rd annual Terry Fox Run.
St. Thomas Anglican Church’s chicken barbecue a success
The St. Thomas Anglican Church annual chicken barbecue last week sold out – 376 tickets including 53 meals delivered to Brucelea Haven.
Chepstow Lions donate to school breakfast program
The Chepstow Lions hosted a very successful car tour this summer, raising thousands of dollars for local organizations. Recently, the Lions presented $1,000 from the proceeds of the car tour to the breakfast program at Mary Immaculate Conception School. Presenting school representatives with the don
Bruce County to contribute $500K to addictions, mental health treatment centre in Owen Sound
Bruce County council’s executive committee has approved a $500,000 contribution over five years to the Grey Bruce Health Services Addictions and Mental Health Wellness and Treatment Centre. The centre will be located at a former school in Owen Sound.
Amalgamation a possibility for Grey Bruce Public Health
After a COVID-19-related hiatus, Grey Bruce Public Health is again looking at the prospect of amalgamating with another health unit or units, either voluntarily or by being “voluntold.”
Walkerton Terry Fox Run raises over $5,000
The small but mighty Terry Fox Run in Walkerton did it again – raised a phenomenal $5,131 to help fund leading-edge cancer research projects. “Not bad for just 24 participants,” said run organizer John Markauskas, who commented on the dedicated individuals who participate in the run every year.
Peabody: rental units should be exempt from DCs
Chris Peabody, Bruce County warden and Brockton mayor, said Tuesday that he was looking forward to discussion on the county’s development charges (DCs) during the Sept. 21 meeting – especially in light of recent housing policy changes at the federal level.
Capitals open regular season with weekend split
It’s a new season and a clean slate for the Walkerton Capitals, who opened up their 2023-24 PJHL campaign with a win and a loss last weekend.
Closing off a story that isn’t over
It was a beautiful sunny day in April 2022, the kind of day that gives you an immediate boost because it is so darn nice outside. I walked along a path winding through freshly-ploughed fields to the Kenyan village of Mwaita, singing along to Stan Rogers to try and wake up my tired brain.
