Wolves miss out on finals victory with loss to Tavistock

It was a valiant effort that capped a great season, but the Ripley Wolves couldn’t overcome two overtime losses in the Western Ontario Athletic Association (WOAA) senior AA final and fell in five games to the Tavistock Royals. On March 31, before another capacity crowd, the Wolves fell behind 3-0 by the midway mark of […]

Millions raised through United Way Perth-Huron’s annual campaign

United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) is celebrating surpassing its fundraising goal with $2,292,557 raised during its annual campaign. “We appreciate the incredible support of our region throughout the campaign,” said Ryan Erb, UWPH executive director. “Despite the economic challenges our community faced, donors stepped up to help us not only reach, but surpass our goal of […]

More than $13K worth of drugs seized in Wingham

Police seized drugs, property and cash totalling more than $18,000 in value during a traffic stop in Wingham. Around 8:20 p.m. on Feb. 22, police stopped a vehicle on Josephine Street, according to OPP. As a result of the traffic stop, police seized a spring-loaded knife, ammunition, and $2,790 in Canadian currency, as well as […]

Lucknow business celebrating 30 years in operation 

As she celebrates three decades in operation, local business owner Tracy Irwin says she has a lot to be thankful for.  “The community has always supported me and I’ve always had great staff,” said Irwin, owner of Everlastings Flower and Gifts in downtown Lucknow.  Born and raised in Lucknow, Irwin started her floral business creating […]

Alert in Grey-Bruce after 7 overdoses, including 2 that were fatal

Grey Bruce Public Health has issued an alert after a flurry of drug overdoses in the area, including two that were fatal. The health unit announced the alert on Tuesday after receiving notification of two fatal overdoses and five non-fatal overdoses within the past several days. People who use unregulated street drugs are at significant […]