Innovation was the key subject of North Perth Mayor Todd Kasenberg’s luncheon on June 8, hosted by the Chamber of Commerce. After speaking on the good, the bad, and the hopeful, Kasenberg turned his attention to the opportunities the COVID-19 pandemic may present to the community and the need for in
Celebrating Indigenous History Month: Asking the right questions
June is National Indigenous History Month, a time of reflection and learning, but the local history concerning Indigenous People surrounding Listowel is not well documented or well known.
Disconnect policy issues, North Perth Official Plan amended
On June 2, Perth County convened for a lengthy council meeting. Items included the new disconnect policy required by the province, amendments to North Perth’s Official Plan, review of the Paramedic Services June update, and the first quarter (Q1) report.
Avon Maitland board hosts trustee information session
The Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) provided an information session on May 31 ahead of the Oct. 24 municipal election. The session was meant, as Director of Education Lisa Walsh said, to clarify any issues for attendees.
North Perth council requests more info on returning to chambers, Learning Hub design request awarded
June 6 was the first municipal council meeting in two weeks and had a packed agenda.
Discovery Week brings med students to Listowel hospital
According to the Canadian Institute for Health Information, despite 18 per cent of the population of Ontario living rurally, less than 10 per cent of physicians operate in those non-urban areas. Now, three medical students are considering practising in rural areas, largely because of their experienc
North Perth raises Pride flag for first time
North Perth took a historic leap and added to the flags flying in front of its municipal building on June 3. To commemorate Pride Month, North Perth will fly – for the first time in its history – the Pride flag at the Listowel municipal office.
‘Human resource limitations will be the greatest challenge’
The Listowel Wingham Hospitals Alliance (LWHA) released highlights from May’s board of directors meeting.
North Perth school boundary decision delayed again by trustees
On May 24 at the Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) Board of Trustees meeting, members again voted to defer the boundary review decision.
Perth County adopts 2022 tax ratios
On May 19 Perth County council unanimously voted to adopt the 2022 tax ratios.
Delicious treats for local nurses
Amanda Scheeringa, Kailla Forrester, and Dawnelle Siemon were among the nurses at Listowel Memorial Hospital enjoying coffee and doughnuts on their break on May 10. Nurses at Listowel Memorial and the Wingham District Hospital enjoyed complimentary coffee and doughnuts from Lady Glaze for Nurses’ We
Local election candidates meet with LWHA for ‘fireside chat’ on health care
The Listowel-Wingham Hospitals Alliance (LWHA) invited MPP candidates for Perth-Wellington to discuss health care before the upcoming provincial election.
United Way Perth-Huron building new access centre at Listowel library site
On May 16, North Perth council passed a motion to make an agreement to sell the Listowel branch of the North Perth Public Library at 260 Main St. W. to United Way Perth-Huron.
Housing, agriculture, freedom among key discussions tackled at all-candidates’ meeting
MPP candidates for Perth-Wellington came together at Listowel’s Ag. Hall on May 17 as part of the all-candidates’ meeting. Hosted by the Perth County Federation of Agriculture and the Listowel Agricultural Society, candidates were invited to speak about agricultural and rural issues.
Budget amendments, bylaw enforcement shortages discussed during recent meeting
At the May 16 North Perth council meeting, many important motions were brought to the table, including budget amendments for the learning hub initiative and issues concerning bylaw enforcement shortages.
