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May 18   Five tables of players enjoyed an evening of crokinole at the Chesley Fire Hall on Wednesday, May 18. Competition for the men was very close with Dan Hepburn coming out on top with 57, Neil Cook had 56 and Clare Kuepfer was third with 54. Neil topped the twenties with 39, Clare […]

We hope everyone had a safe and happy long weekend.  Monday’s sun is a welcome  sight but we are thankful for the rain to help the grain germinate and grow.  And, isn’t it so nice to see the trees with their spring foliage.  Thanks to everyone who hosted a garage sale at the Ripley Wide […]

Did you know our Legion is a heritage building? Stop by and enjoy the architecture inside and out. It is beautiful! There are pamphlets available explaining our history. You are welcome to take a tour through out the building. Did you also know that we have a number of health care aids such as wheelchairs, […]

Saturday April 30 was the district darts tournament in Owen Sound, it was a good day for all who participated. In the singles play Dan Vanderveeken placed third over all. In doubles neither team placed in the money. They struggled a bit but did not progress to the play offs, overall it was a good […]

What a delight to drive in the countryside at this time of year and to see all the winter wheat so nice and green and the grass growing.  I see some folks have been mowing their lawns already.  AND, haven’t the daffodils been lovely this year.  Thanks to everyone who has planted them on the […]

Bervie Women’s Institute met via Zoom on May 4 with President Janice Hewitt opening the meeting with a reading “Daffodils”, O Canada, the Opening Ode and Mary Stewart Collect. The roll call was answered with ways to prevent falls.  The minutes were read by Betty Jean White and the Treasurer’s report was given by Sandra […]

Connecting in person:  It was encouraging to see a strong delegation from the Bruce area at the recent Canadian Nuclear Association 2022 annual conference, a gathering themed “Together for Net Zero.” The municipalities of Kincardine, Saugeen Shores, Huron-Kinloss and Brockton were all represented. So were nuclear companies that operate in the Bruce area, including Ontario Power Generation (OPG), its […]

Little Peter and the Elegants were a great success! Our next event will be held May 7th, 2022, Shane Cook & The Woodchippers will be entertaining us! Tickets are available at the Fincher’s or on line at WWW.SHANECOOK.COM. $25 in advance or $30 at the door. The jackpot for Catch the Ace is growing by […]

Tiverton Craft and Vendor Show Now that things are opening up, we can have our annual Craft and Vendor Show at the Tiverton Arena. The show will be help May 21st from 10-4 and we will have swag bags for the first 50 guests and there will be a chance to win a door prize. […]

The progressive jackpot is growing for Catch the Ace. You can purchase your tickets every week from the Legion bar, Jean’s Family Restaurant, Edward Fuels, Sleeper’s Bed Gallery, and Instyle Hair Studio. The tickets are $5 each. The draw takes place on Wednesday afternoon’s at 4pm. To play you choose an envelope number from one […]