

Community supports childhood cancer fundraising barbecue
Bechthold Home Improvements hosted its 22nd annual Childhood Cancer BBQ on Thursday, July 9.
Held from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., the annual fundraiser welcomed more than 700 visitors who enjoyed barbecued hamburgers, hotdogs, sausage on a bun and refreshments, with all proceeds supporting childhood cancer charities.
Diane Danen
5 days ago


Province invests nearly $90K in Perth County through Rural Ontario Development program
Perth-Wellington MPP Matthew Rae met with Rural Ontario Development (ROD) program funding recipients at The Perth Farmhouse earlier this week.

Amanda Nelson
5 days ago


Perth County paramedics launch summer care kits for people experiencing homelessness
While responding to a call, Perth County paramedic Nicole Player recognized a need in the community and decided to bring a new idea forward to the Perth County Paramedic Services Community Care Fund.

Amanda Nelson
5 days ago


Oxford County council approves pay raise for next council
Oxford County councillors have voted to give members of the next council a pay hike.

Lee Griffi
5 days ago


OPP signs 30Forward pledge
The Ontario Provincial Police is joining the 30Forward initiative, a program aiming to increase the representation of women in policing.

Lee Griffi
5 days ago


Castle Concert Series 2026 keeps audiences swinging in Baden
Summer is the perfect time to enjoy live outdoor music, and Castle Concert Series 2026 continues to provide residents with an evening of entertainment in the picturesque setting of Castle Kilbride.

Gary West
5 days ago


Model Train Day at Brocksden Country School Museum
Brocksden Country School Museum welcomed model train enthusiasts and families on Saturday, July 4, for Model Train Day.

Gary West
5 days ago


Free summer counselling program offers support for youth before problems become crises
Summer break can be a welcome change of pace for school-aged children, but the end of the school year also means many lose easy access to the teachers, guidance counsellors and support staff they rely on throughout the year.

Galen Simmons
5 days ago


SERVE program gives youth opportunity to strengthen communities and their faith
Nearly 50 young people from across Ontario spent a week serving local communities through the SERVE program, lending a helping hand to charitable organizations while growing in their faith.

Gary West
5 days ago


Ghost Walks return to Castle Kilbride with expanded fall schedule
For anyone who’s ever wondered whether Castle Kilbride is truly haunted, there will be plenty of opportunities to find out this fall.

Galen Simmons
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