Council received a request from the North Perth Community of Character to close a portion of Binning Street West, and Road 160 from Highway 86 to Line 87, for the 14th annual Character Run on May 29.
North Perth school boundary review seeking feedback
A boundary review of local elementary schools has been conducted, and the associated committee is seeking public feedback.
North Perth to investigate share the road signs, education campaign to promote safety
Although last summer council decided not to allow ATVs on municipal trails, staff were asked to investigate the installation of share the road signs on municipal roads which do allow the off-road vehicles.
You don’t know what you got until it’s gone – Part two
Two years ago I wrote a column about my eldest’s favourite toy, a little lion stuffy,…
North Perth awards tender to repair Listowel Kinsmen Pool in interim to construction of new outdoor pool
LISTOWEL - The Listowel Kinsmen Pool will undergo some repairs this spring to increase its lifespan, until the new pool is built across the road.
Humboldt Broncos bus crash survivor, Amazing Race Canada winner, and mental health advocate Tyler Smith speaks to local students
LISTOWEL - When asked to sum up his entire speech promoting mental health awareness and resilience, Tyler Smith, a survivor of the 2018 Humboldt Broncos bus crash, said, “Take the necessary steps and remember that your story matters, too.”
Solemn celebration for MAP59 grand opening held on anniversary of arena collapse
LISTOWEL - On Saturday, February 28, 1959, at approximately 9:27 a.m., while a peewee hockey practice was underway, the roof and walls of the rink section of the Listowel Arena collapsed.
Countdown to Listowel’s 150th Anniversary: How Listowel faired in the great floodings of 1883, 1911
The recent heavy snowfall has plagued our community with issues that have become uncommon in recent years. But in the grand 150 years of its existence, the Town of Listowel has seen its fair share of wicked weather.
Boys basketball saw Madill take on LDSS on Feb. 5
The F.E. Madill senior boys basketball team travelled to Listowel on Feb. 5 for two games.
Kin Cares, Westfield to host free community clothing boutique
Kin Cares is kicking off its third year of community service with a new event, a free to give, free to take, community clothing boutique, hosted with North Perth Westfield Elementary School on Feb. 15.
Perth County accepts 20 planting applications worth over $151K through stewardship program
Two years running, the Perth County Stewardship Program has exceeded expectations, thus resulting in the planting of more trees across the county.
AMDSB attendance report: 59.6% of students are meeting ministry’s attendance expectation of 90%
A report presented to the Avon Maitland District School Board informed trustees that the Ministry of Education has asked school boards to publicly report on school attendance, with the expectation that every student should strive for 90 per cent attendance.
Parent seeking changes to AMDSB weather procedure for outdoor recess during extreme cold events
HURON-PERTH - A Former Listowel man is asking Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) to change administrative procedure 219 which controls whether or not students go outside for recess during extreme cold.
South Bruce bridge inspection report recommends reconstruction of Bannerman Bridge this year
SOUTH BRUCE – At an estimated cost of $1.1 million, the South Bruce bridge inspection report…
Countdown to Listowel’s 150th Anniversary: Tales from those who settled the Town of Listowel
There are some discrepancies in the retelling of the Town of Listowel’s history. Although much credit is given to John Binning, he actually purchased land from a Mr. Henry. Henry is a bit of a mystery, his first name is not even known now over a century later.
