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MPP Randy Pettapiece will not seek re-election
The riding of Perth-Wellington will have its first MPP not named Randy Pettapiece in over a decade come the next provincial election scheduled for June 2, 2022.
HPPH opens vaccination bookings for children 5-11
Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) has opened its COVID-19 vaccine appointment booking system for children aged five to 11 years old as of Nov. 23, 2021.
Listowel Salvation Army launches Christmas Kettle Campaign
LISTOWEL – The Salvation Army’s Christmas Kettle Campaign kicked off with a launch at Zehrs on…
Advisory committee considers youth retention, attraction
The North Perth Economic Development Advisory Committee mulled over ideas to encourage youth retention and attraction in the region during its meeting on Nov. 17. Community Development Coordinator Kim Kowch invited business sector members of the committee to give their thoughts on how the community
Elementary sports return to WDCS
Elementary sports have returned to Walkerton District Community School. Boys and girls teams held tryouts last week. Thank you to Miss Rae, Mr. Parker and Mr. Aitken for providing exciting opportunities for local students.
Walkerton U11 OWHL squad captures silver in Stratford
The Walkerton Capitals U11 Girls OWHL squad captured the silver medal at the Stratford Aces tournament this past weekend. The team’s only loss on the weekend was in the final, a tight 3-1 contest against Lucan.
Walkerton U19 OWHL team wins Stratford Aces Tournament
The Walkerton Capitals U18 OWHL team celebrates after capturing gold with a 4-0 win over West Oxford in the final of the Stratford Aces Tournament this past weekend. Team members include Dalainey Burgess, Teagan Campbell, Ashlyn Benninger, Macy Bisenthal, Kyra Doersam, Kali Fischer, Chloe Kaufman, T
Walkerton U11 LL#2 Red squad wins Hanover Canadian Tire Cup
The Walkerton Capitals U11 LL#2 Red team captured gold at the Hanover Canadian Tire Cup this past weekend, winning all three games they played. Team members include Avery Bird, Blake Batte, Brody Keip, Carter Graf, Colton Kuntz, Curtis White, Evan Graul, Nevin Fraser, Riley Hehn, Ryan Hawkins, Rylan
Hawks win one, lose two
The Walkerton Hawks had a busy weekend with three games, getting one win but losing the other two.
WDCS senior girls’ basketball squad takes top seed for upcoming OFSAA tournament
The Walkerton District Community School Riverhawks senior girls’ basketball team has made history.
County to take another look at reducing speed limit on Bruce Road 1
The county’s transportation and environmental services committee did not support a staff recommendation to leave the posted speed limit on Bruce Road 1 near Kinloss at 70 km/h.
Sled dogs take to the trails of Brant Tract for SSASO time trial event
Saturday, Nov. 20 was not the ideal day for a quiet walk along the trails in Brockton’s Brant Tract, but it was perfect for the Sled Dog Sports Association of Southwestern Ontario (SSASO) time trial sled dog race.
IN PHOTOS – Walkerton BIA’s Hometown Christmas Market
The Walkerton BIA’s Hometown Christmas Market, held Nov. 19 and 20, offered a delightful jumpstart to the holiday season.
Plan the Bruce: Agriculture looks at amendment to current Official Plan
Mark Paoli, director of planning and development, presented a report to the planning and development committee on Nov. 18 discussing next steps for Plan the Bruce: Agriculture.
