A new book Gothic Huron: Heroes, Rogues, Murders, Daring, Bawdy Houses and Other Tales by local author and historian David Yates is set to be released this week. It is Yates’ fifth book in the series and covers the period from the War of 1812 to Queen Victoria’s death in 1901.
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Seedy Saturday event kick starts North Perth Seed Library
The Seedy Saturday event in Listowel kicked off the library’s creation of a seed library. Library staff explained that seeds are given out, but can also be donated to support an ongoing seed library program. This event is in connection with Seeds of Diversity, an organization dedicated to protecting
April 11, 2024 Turnbacks
2014 – Area sugar bushes marked Maple Weekend, with many inviting the public out to see the syrup-making process firsthand, as well as treating visitors to a pancake breakfast.
North Huron council approves allocation of cash donations, fundraising accounts to be dispersed
In a significant move, two fundraising bank accounts are set to be closed. The funds, a testament to the community’s unwavering support, will now be transferred to the respective organizations for which they were raised. This decision, following a report from the Director of Finance, Chris Townes, u
SBGHC still coping with last-minute hospital emergency room closures
South Bruce Grey Health Centre continues to cope with an unstable staffing situation, utilizing agency nurses, which fortunately have been funded to date, in the amount of $800,000.
Are Canadian children worth the cost of school nutrition programs?
When the federal government tables the budget later this month, one of the items that may end up in the mix is funding for a new national school food program.
Conners in the field for seventh Masters
The 88th edition of the Masters Tournament is set to roll at the Augusta National Golf Club on April 11-14, and for the seventh time in his career Corey Conners will be in the field in search of the coveted green jacket.
Solar eclipse puts on a show in the sky
Although the region of Huron-Perth did not fall along the path of totality, the April 8, 2024 total solar eclipse still put on a show in the sky with 95 per cent totality visible. The next total solar eclipse is expected to be visible from this area on October 26, 2144.
Canadian military to conduct emergency management training in Huron-Bruce
Beginning in late April, you may notice an increase in military personnel and vehicles in North Huron as they roll into Blyth to set up camp for an emergency management training exercise that will be happening in the Huron-Bruce municipalities in early May.
Roots of Bruce announces logo design contest winner
BRUCE COUNTY – Addison MacDermid, a Grade 3 student at St. Joseph School in Port Elgin is the…
Cyclones jump out ahead 2-0 in Cherrey Cup Final
It was standing room only for the first two games of the 2024 Cherrey Cup Final, with the Listowel Cyclones jumping out to a 2-0 series lead over the rival Stratford Warriors last weekend.
Tender approved for Highway 86 resurfacing east of Listowel
Although a specific date was not given, Perth County’s Asset Management and Engineering Specialist, Bill Wilson told council the project should begin early this year for two weeks, or less.
Alice Munro Library hosts special Earth Month scavenger hunt
The Alice Munro Library is holding a special scavenger hunt in April to highlight Earth Month 2024, with many downtown businesses participating.
Listowel tipi to serve as place of ceremony, healing
A tipi is in the process of being erected just outside of the Listowel community and will become a gathering place for Indigenous peoples, for ceremony, healing and learning.
Wallace U9 Sabres squad wins DQ Challenge Cup
Over the Easter weekend starting on Good Friday, the Wallace Sabres U9LL team travelled to South Huron to compete in the DQ Challenge Cup. The tournament consisted of 12 teams from across midwestern Ontario.
