On Tuesday, Oct. 24, members of the Elmwood Starz art group were on hand to meet their fans and members of the public to discuss their wonderful artwork on display at the Walkerton Branch of the Bruce County Public Library.
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Get a jump start on holiday shopping at third annual Hometown Christmas Market
Get a head start on holiday shopping and seasonal cheer at the Walkerton Hometown Christmas Market on Thursday, Nov. 16, featuring a crafter’s market, music, shopping specials, dance, and more!
Staffing situation at SBGHC sees temporary improvement with provincial funding
Nancy Shaw, president and CEO of South Bruce Grey Health Centre (SBGHC), reported to the board that nursing staff shortages continue.
Food Cycler pilot shows ‘encouraging’ results
Bruce County council will be hearing more about the Municipal Innovation Council’s (MIC) Food Cycler project, considering the positive results achieved by the pilot program in the county, according to Warden Chris Peabody, Brockton.
County council approves 2024 budget in principle
Bruce County council approved the 2024 budget during the Nov. 2 meeting of the corporate services committee. The 2024 budget will see a levy increase of 6.16 per cent.
Paisley opens new bridge with ribbon cutting, ceremonial procession
The bridge in Paisley is open, and it’s beautiful.
Branch 102 honours veterans at annual dinner
The hall at Royal Canadian Legion Branch 102, Walkerton, was filled for the annual Veterans’ Dinner on Saturday, Nov. 4.
IN PHOTOS: Milverton’s Remembrance Day Service, 2023
Branch 565 of the Royal Canadian Legion in Milverton hosted its annual Remembrance Day service on Sunday, Nov. 5 between the Perth East Recreation Complex and the Temperance Street cenotaph.
Senior Lightning fall in H-P basketball semis
The LDSS senior girls’ basketball season has officially come to a close, following the club’s 58-8 loss to the powerhouse St. Michael Catholic Secondary Warriors in the Huron-Perth Athletics playoff semifinals on Nov. 6.
Cyclones stretch winning streak to six with second straight weekend sweep
After an up-and-down start to the 2023-24 GOJHL campaign, the Listowel Cyclones have very much righted the proverbial ship as of late.
Ellis Home Hardware Building Centre celebrates National Tree Day
Ellis Home Hardware Building Centre celebrated National Tree Day in September by planting 20 trees at Greenwood Park in Milverton. The trees were planted as part of a multi-year tree planting and park revitalization project spearheaded by the Township of Perth East and the Milverton Lions Club. In a
Five local standouts named Women of Distinction
North Perth is fortunate to have countless Women of Distinction within its ever-growing populace, and five of them were appropriately recognized during a recent event highlighting outstanding females in the community while also supporting a worthy cause.
Westfield hosts Holiday Craft and Vendor Sale, Nov. 4
The second annual North Perth Westfield Elementary School Holiday Craft and Vendor Event was held on Nov. 4 in support of its ongoing playground replacement project. Over 40 vendors took part, and even featured an early holiday season visit from Santa Claus himself among other attractions.
Listowel hospital site needs long-term sustainability study
The Listowel Wingham Hospitals Alliance (LWHA) board of directors had a full agenda for its October meeting, with several different issues discussed.
Keeso’s ‘Letterkenny’ set to air final season on Dec. 25
“You were talkin’ about your favourite TV show with your pals the other day…”
