Homelessness and affordable housing were hot-button topics during the recent federal election and they continue to be issues that municipal politicians have to grapple with.
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Comfort with Christ in the boat
As those who live near the Great Lakes, we know how quickly storms can arise, turning the once brilliant sky into a dark, stormy horizon. The Sea of Galilee is the same way, and it made even the most experienced of fisherman fearful for their lives.
Trowbridge residents take part in Terry Fox Run
The residents of Trowbridge participated in the Terry Fox Run on Sunday, Sept. 19, raising over $800. This was the second annual event in Trowbridge.
Mirror, mirror on the wall…
Mirrors made of polished stone, dating back to 6000 BC, have been found in Anatolia or modern-day Turkey.
Before Chernobyl, there was the Mayak nuclear disaster
Ask 10 adults if they’ve ever heard of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster of 1986 and I’d be confident saying you’d get at least nine that have. I’d even wager on a perfect 10 out of 10 depending on the demographic petitioned.
Watson’s purchases Kurtzville’s Lincoln Smith Lumber
Lincoln Smith and Sons Lumber Ltd. has been a family-owned business since 1974. And with its impending sale as long-time owners Daryl and Wayne Smith look to their retirement days, it’s perhaps only appropriate that another prominent, locally-owned family business take up its mantle.
Kitchener driver charged with racing
he Perth County Ontario Provincial Police has charged a Kitchener driver after they were recorded speeding more than 50 km/h over the limit in North Perth.
Impaired driver arrested in North Perth
On Sept. 8 just after 8 p.m., Perth County Ontario Provincial Police were alerted to a suspicious vehicle parked at a residence in the area of Perth Road 164 in the Municipality of North Perth.
Van Allens ‘super happy’ province will cover cystic fibrosis medication
Ontario announced on Sept. 24 it is now providing coverage for Trikafta, the latest and most effective treatment option for cystic fibrosis (CF) to become available, under its publicly-funded drug program to give patients more access to life-changing treatments.
Guide Dogs receive Lions’ share
In the early 1980s, Lions clubs across Canada sought to develop a national project to reflect their service to Canadians with visual impairments. The result was the establishment of the Lions Foundation of Canada and its founding program, Canine Vision Canada, which was launched in 1985. Now the lar
Public Health declares COVID-19 outbreak at Listowel DSS
As a precautionary measure, Huron-Perth Public Health (HPPH) declared a COVID-19 outbreak at Listowel District Secondary School on Sept. 22.
St. John Ambulance honours two of its own for leadership during pandemic
St. John Ambulance Grey Bruce Huron Branch honoured two key members of the local organization during the meeting of the board of directors on Monday, Sept. 20 – Tony Alberts of Port Elgin, and Kathy Murphy Ermel of Hanover.
Run4Health returns with in-person event for 11th annual run
Run4Health 2021 lived up to its reputation as a happy and healthy community event to raise funds for the Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation.
Enjoying the sweet taste of maple at ‘Fall in Love with Maple’ event
Meadow Ridge Maple is almost within shouting distance of Walkerton, but it feels like it’s a world away.
Province announces funding for In the Know mental health program
The Ontario government has announced funding for a mental health literacy program designed to support the well-being of the farming community.
