Diana Sweets officially closed its doors as a restaurant at day’s end on Sunday, Jan. 8. But by the end of next month, owners Matthew and Tami Cressey will be reopening them to introduce the Diana Sweets Marketplace & Café, ushering in a new era for the iconic downtown Listowel business.
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St. Mary’s Catholic School to offer French immersion program in September 2023
The Huron-Perth Catholic District School Board is excited to share the developments of a third elementary school to offer a French Immersion (FI) program within the district.
Former Listowel Public Works building in need of new roof
A historical heritage building in Listowel is in need of a new roof that could cost the municipality over half a million dollars.
Lions Club of Listowel hosts bottle drive
The future Lions Club of Listowel held a bottle drive to support those in need in the community on Jan. 7 at Smith’s Market Square in Listowel. Pictured from left: Listowel Lions Joyce Van Santen, Nicole Boneschansker, Cathy Lago, Greg Marles and Keith Van Santen.
Ontario’s property inventory up by over $37B in 2022
The Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) recently reported that Ontario’s property inventory grew by more than $37 billion this past year. In 2022, MPAC reported $37.8 billion in new assessment, which includes new construction and additions to existing properties.
Delegation proposes memorial tree planting on North Perth Trail
At the Jan. 9 North Perth council meeting, a delegation from David Bald, new owner of the Atwood’s Brenneman Funeral Home Ltd., proposed using the North Perth Trail to continue the tradition of memorial tree planting.
Listowel welcomes first baby of 2023
Welcome to the world, Brynlee Saige Frey.
Walkerton Capitals win in overtime against Kincardine
The Walkerton Capitals continue the PJHL regular season with a series of away games, not returning to home ice until Saturday, Jan. 28.
Bruce County’s long-term care homes complete fire drills
Bruce County’s long-term care homes successfully completed annual fire drills to ensure preparedness and safety for residents, staff, and visitors.
Grey Bruce Public Health to resume in-school vaccination clinics
In-school vaccine clinics are returning to secondary schools in the area this winter for routine immunizations.
The Slocan Ramblers to perform at Victoria Jubilee Hall
The Slocan Ramblers are coming to Victoria Jubilee Hall.
Local dancers have strong showing at Eastern Canadian Oireachtas
Local dancers Madalynn and Avery McGregor recently participated in the Eastern Canadian Oireachtas 2022 in Toronto, both finding success and qualifying for major events this year. Both dancers qualified for the North American Championships, which will be held in Nashville in July. Avery also qualifi
Rotary Music Festival returning to Walkerton
After a long pandemic break, the Midwestern Ontario Rotary Music Festival in Walkerton is back.
Rotary Club conducts second draw of Walkerton Lottery
The Rotary Club of Walkerton conducted the second draw of the Walkerton Rotary Lottery on Jan. 5. Winners in the second draw include Michael Gill ($1,000), Andrew Windsor ($500), Bob Baird ($300), Rick and Diane Hodgins ($250), Jacques Gosslin and Lannie Reid ($200) and Evelyn Herman ($150). The dra
Rotarian recognized for contributions
Rotarian Gerry Gerlofsma was presented with a Paul Harris Fellow +6 pin (PHF+6) for his continuing contributions to the Rotary Foundation. His last contribution was given on Giving Tuesday, which was tripled by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. The Paul Harris Fellow pin has a single red ruby i
