Rachel Peake, former director of a Vancouver theatre company, will take on the role after working largely in western Canada, the theatre announced

London’s Grand Theatre has its new artistic director. Rachel Peake, former director of a Vancouver theatre company, will take on the role after working largely in western Canada, officials with the theatre announced on Friday. She takes the helm Oct. 2. “Rachel stood out as a creative, inclusive, collaborative leader, with an undisputable track,” George […]

Ripley’s three-day fall fair packs in the fun 

The Ripley Agricultural Society is gearing up for a full roster of livestock shows, agricultural and craft exhibits, and family fun during the 160th fall fair, Friday, Sept. 29 to Sunday, Oct. 1. Friday night features the ambassador competition, Greg Balch Wildlife, and Kinetic Knights Robotics. Adam Cousins is set to perform in the refreshment […]

Ripley’s three-day fall fair packs in the fun 

The Ripley Agricultural Society is gearing up for a full roster of livestock shows, agricultural and craft exhibits, and family fun during the 160th fall fair, Friday, Sept. 29 to Sunday, Oct. 1.   Friday night features the ambassador competition, Greg Balch Wildlife, and Kinetic Knights Robotics.  Adam Cousins is set to perform in the […]

Local cyclist completes cross-country fundraising trip 

Lucknow cyclist Jurjen Weerman has crossed the finish line of his 8,661.92-kilometre cross-Canada trek in support of two area hospitals.  “Many thanks to all the people who have been donating to the children’s health centre and Wingham local hospital,” Weerman said in an email. “You are all my heroes. Because of you, they are able […]