BLYTH - Blyth Festival Theatre’s third annual showing of A Huron County Christmas Carol is nostalgia in several ways. Whether it is the rustic Christmas decorations we knew and loved in the home on our grandparents’ farm, the familiar story of Ebenezer Scrooge, or the references to North Huron’s not
AMDSB, HPCDSB results from EQAO testing compared to provincial averages
SEAFORTH - Across the province, the Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) testing results have been shared.
North Perth Council agrees to transfer Perth Meadows to United Housing
LISTOWEL - North Perth Council voted to sell the Perth Meadows property and operation to United Housing a branch of United Way Perth-Huron, for $1, at the Dec. 1 meeting.
North Perth to share concerns about conservation authorities consolidation
LISTOWEL - North Perth Council reviewed a letter from the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) which shared a policy proposal of new boundaries for the consolidation local conservation authorities into regional conservation authorities.
Gowanstown wedding barn prohibited use due to building code violations
LISTOWEL - Owners of a converted bank barn have received an order to prohibit occupancy as a wedding venue from North Perth’s Chief Building Official (CBO) due to outstanding building permits and zoning amendments.
Perth County presents proposed changes to forest conservation bylaw, delegates ask that windbreaks not be included
LISTOWEL - North Perth Council was presented proposed changes to the Perth County Forest Conservation Bylaw by county staff, as well as varying opinions from a pair of delegates at its Nov. 17 meeting.
Kinettes assume operation of Imagination Library after Friends of North Perth Public Library disband
LISTOWEL - A Nov. 25 press release announced that the Listowel Kinettes were excited to take over the operation of the Dolly Parton Imagination Library in North Perth.
Bannerman, Smith return as Trustee Chair and Vice
SEAFORTH - At the Nov. 25 Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) board of trustees meeting, Stratford Trustee Michael Bannerman was again elected as chair of the board with Patricia Smith again assuming the role of vice chair.
Ten-year school enrollment projections show rise in North Perth, fall in Wingham region
SEAFORTH - School enrolment projections, included in the 2025 Long-Term Accommodation Plan, show significant growth in the Municipality of North Perth, while in the nearby Townships of North Huron and Howick, the school board is anticipating the opposite.
Mitchell Graduate shares story at anti-hate conference
LISTOWEL - A graduate’s story of perseverance, positivity, and curiosity was shared as encouragement for local students at the Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) Anti-Hate Conference on Nov. 12.
First mayor’s budget proposes 6.61% tax increase
LISTOWEL - The first proposed mayor’s budget for North Perth includes a property tax increase of 6.61 per cent, equal to about $161 per year, or $13 per month, for a median assessed residential household ($271,000).
Council defers decision on sale of Perth Meadows
LISTOWEL - North Perth Council deferred a decision on transferring Perth Meadows to United Way Perth Hurons’ non-profit housing organization United Housing for $1, until its next meeting.
Archives, courthouse, paramedic department budgets shared with county council
STRATFORD - Perth County Council had its first look at three department budgets at its Nov. 6 meeting. The budgets were presented for information and approval to share with the Municipal Shared Services Committee at its Nov. 20 meeting. The budgets will need to be approved by both the committee and
Listowel students unlearn. at workshop hosted by Kin Cares
LISTOWEL - The Kin Cares Youth Group in Listowel hosted an unlearn. workshop on Oct. 21, which challenged local youth to lead discussions with invited community members, and work together to unpack thoughts about diversity, equity and inclusion.
North Perth Council to maintain sidewalk winter maintenance this year, directs staff to investigate million dollar increased service in future years
LISTOWEL - According to an operations report, North Perth’s current level of winter maintenance service focuses on plowing snow from sidewalks around educational, medical, and the main commercial areas on a Monday to Friday basis, with limited maintenance on weekends and holidays.
