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Jonestown 1978: ‘We must die with some dignity’
In the early evening hours of Nov. 18, 1978, around 900 people made their way to the main pavilion. It was a Saturday in northwestern Guyana, and Jonestown seemed fairly reserved despite the emotional and violent events that had transpired earlier.
North Perth council remuneration to increase
An addendum to the Ward & Uptigrove’s Council Remuneration Options report that was reviewed at the previous council meeting on Nov. 7, was presented by Kelly Fraser, human resources team lead, at the North Perth council meeting at Nov. 14.
Smile!
Friends and local residents, Riley Cameron, 8, and twins Brett and Beckett Beirnes, 7, pose for a picture after playing in the leaves on Oct. 29 in Atwood near the Elma Memorial Community Centre.
Shop Merry Milverton features vendors, activities on Nov. 18
Uptown Milverton will be the place to be on Nov. 18, as the Milverton Business Association (MBA) will be presenting a myriad of holiday-themed shopping opportunities and activities through its Shop Merry Milverton initiative.
Atwood, Listowel Christmas parades set for next weekend
As seems to be the case every year, the holiday season has arrived in the blink of an eye.
IN PHOTOS: Listowel Remembrance Day 2022
The Nov. 11 Listowel Remembrance Day service saw a huge turnout from the public on Friday morning, as Royal Canadian Legion Branch 259, local dignitaries and special guests conducted the annual proceedings in honour of those who served our country and for those who paid the ultimate sacrifice in def
Price increase for Perth Meadows suites forthcoming in 2023
The council of the Municipality of North Perth approved an increase of 15 per cent to the purchase price of suite units at Perth Meadows effective Jan. 1, 2023 at its Nov. 14 council meeting.
Walkerton Capitals U13 Rep C team wins Mitchell tourney
The Walkerton Capitals U13 Rep C team had a successful weekend at the 66th annual Mitchell Peewee Tournament. The Capitals allowed eight goals in five games on their way to a 4-1 record, including a 1-0 win in the championship game against West Grey. Team members include: Benjamin Bester, Connor Dun
Shakes named PJHL North Conference Player of the Month
Sam Shakes had a very good month for the Walkerton Capitals – so good that the PJHL named Shakes its North Conference Player of the Month for October.
Another pair of losses for Junior Capitals
The Walkerton Capitals came close but ended up losing 5-4 to Wingham Friday night at the Clinton arena. Sunday’s home game saw Kincardine take a 3-0 lead in the first period, which the Capitals couldn’t overcome; final score was 4-1 for Kincardine.
Students join Remembrance Day ceremonies in Walkerton, Mildmay
Remembrance Day 2022 marked 104 years since the armistice was signed at the 11th hour, of the 11th day, of the 11th month of 1918, that ended First World War hostilities. It’s been 80 years since Dieppe in the Second World War.
Race Team #37 makes donation to Grey Bruce Falcons
Del and Ang Freiburger – Race Team #37 – presented Kyle Fortune of the Grey Bruce Falcons Special Needs Hockey Team with a donation on Nov. 13.
Give the gift of hope and inclusion
Give the gift of hope and inclusion for children and families in need this holiday season. Bruce County’s human services department seeks the community’s support with donations to the annual Dorrell Young Christmas Program.
ATV trails on county lands closed for season
As of Monday, Nov. 14, the Huron Shores and South Bruce Peninsula ATV clubs have closed all trails to all-terrain vehicle use for the 2022 season.
