The Canadian Institute for Health Information reports that less than 10 per cent of physicians practice in rural and remote communities, while six million Canadians live in those areas, making up almost 18 per cent of the population.
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Huron County expanding youth engagement opportunities
The County of Huron released a statement on May 25, saying they are reviewing, expanding, and developing their youth engagement opportunities, including professional development opportunities directly with the county.
Independent MC holds annual breakfast program fundraiser
Coinciding with Wingham’s town-wide yard sale last Saturday, the Independent Motorcycle Club once again hosted a fundraising event that stands to benefit area schools.
Huron County to advocate for affordable housing
Huron County council authorized Warden Glen McNeil to join other municipalities in asking the federal government for “Ontario’s fair share of federal funding for housing programs,” at the request of the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, Steve Clark.
North Huron waives fee, will close Gypsy Lane for Blyth Rutabaga Festival
The Blyth Rutabaga Festival Homecoming will be held on Father’s Day weekend this year, with live entertainment featuring Adam Cousins and Weekend Never Ends.
Wingham Walk for Alzheimer’s raises over $17,000
The Wingham edition of the annual Walk for Alzheimer’s saw participants raise over $17,000 for the Alzheimer Society Huron Perth on May 28. Among the 48 participants on Saturday morning was local Peter Carter, who single-handedly brought in $5,120 for the cause, with all money raised allocated towar
Listowel School of Dance returns to live competitions
The dancers and staff from the Listowel School of Dance (LSOD) are back with a bang, attending their first two live events in over two years this past April.
IN PHOTOS – 2022 Elementary Track and Field
There was plenty of track and field action at area elementary schools last week, with student-athletes keen to participate in their favourite events following an extended track hiatus due to the pandemic.
LDSS ladies lead charge at 2022 WOSSAA track championships
Following an impressive showing at the Huron-Perth Championships earlier in May, Listowel District Secondary (LDSS) school track and field athletes turned their attention to the WOSSAA regional finals in London, and they didn’t disappoint.
Listowel Junior Legionnaires split double-header with Kincardine
Listowel Junior Legionnaires pitcher Blair Johnson deals a strike during his club’s exhibition double-header against the Kincardine Junior Cardinals on Sunday, May 29 at John Bell South. Listowel was mercied 12-1 after five innings in the opener, but then returned the favour with a four-inning, 22-4
LDSS junior girls fall in Huron-Perth soccer finals
The Listowel District Secondary School (LDSS) junior girls Lightning appeared to be in cruise control during the Huron-Perth championship match against St. Michael Catholic Secondary School on May 26, but in soccer sometimes momentum can turn on a dime.
Listowel U11 #1 defeats Wilmot
Listowel U11 #1 pitcher Kloey Blagrave delivers during her team’s May 29 tilt with the Wilmot Thunder at John Bell North. Blagrave’s crew came out on top with a 10-9 victory.
LDSS students, teachers recognized with awards
The Excellence in Public Education awards were announced this spring, with Listowel District Secondary School students Samantha Gerretsen and Heni Nuraini both being awarded, as well as teachers Lisa Thomas and Christine Wick.
Plaque honouring local newsman Art Carr to be unveiled June 14
A plaque honouring respected local newsman Art Carr will be unveiled at a ceremony here on June 14.
Inaugural ‘Art Hunt’ set for June 11
Finders keepers! Local artists and art lovers take note – an upcoming event scheduled for Listowel and the surrounding area has many benefits for both sides of the coin. It also promises to be a lot of fun as well.
