LISTOWEL - After receiving a letter from the Municipality of West Perth, North Perth Council decided during its May 26 meeting to join its neighbour in lobbying the province to reinstate the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation’s (MPAC) property assessment cycle.
Sr. Legionnaires post 10 point win in May 30 home opener
LISTOWEL - The Forest City Frost fell to the Listowel Legionnaires 12-2 at the home opener match on May 30.
Local author launches new book, announces renovations to old Theatre 311
LISTOWEL - A combination of events at the old Theatre 311 building will signify new owner Christopher Malcom’s, intentions to renovate and reopen the theatre.
Ontario’s Minister of Education visits Listowel Eastdale Public School
LISTOWEL - In the good news section of the May 27 AMDSB trustee meeting, Chair Michael Bannerman shared that on May 20 Ontario’s Minister of Education, Paul Calandra, visited Listowel Eastdale Public School, accompanied by Perth-Wellington MPP Matthew Rae.
AMDSB investigating new scenario in boundary review
SEAFORTH - As the Avon Maitland District School Board of Trustees was reviewing the final adjusted options in the North Perth Boundary Review, which aims to solve overpopulation at local schools, yet another option was suggested for investigation.
Fire at Walmart closed store for multiple days, store now reopened
LISTOWEL - Walmart Listowel announced via its social media pages that it reopened on May 29 after a fire occurred.
Community Living North Perth opens new home with support from $200,000 Trillium Foundation grant
LISTOWEL - A ribbon-cutting for the Community Living North Perth’s (CLNP) opening of a new home in Listowel’s west end was held on Friday May 30.
North Perth raises Pride flag on June 2
LISTOWEL - On behalf of the Municipality of North Perth, Mayor Todd Kasenberg and a representative of the North Perth Pride Committee Billy Robertson spoke to the crowd gathered at the municipal office on June 2.
Spinrite closes doors in Listowel after 73 years of manufacturing
LISTOWEL - A business that has long been associated with the identity of the town of Listowel, Spinrite announced on June 3 that it will be closing its doors locally.
First look at asset management plan shows $20 million funding gap
LISTOWEL - North Perth Council got an early look at the asset management plan, which, according to the staff report, is expected to be finalized next month.
North Perth renews agreement with MVCA ahead of conduit project
LISTOWEL - Like a good sailor, it appears North Perth is preparing for a storm ahead, as inspections have shown the Listowel conduit will require repairs in the future.
North Perth councillors call strong mayor powers anti-democratic
LISTOWEL - At its April 29 meeting, North Perth Council requested a report from staff to help council members to understand the new strong mayor powers, in order to avoid exploiting them.
Crosstown Chess Tournament names top elementary-age players
LISTOWEL - The second annual Crosstown Chess Tournament was held at the Trinity United Church on May 22.
Kinettes donate $5,500 to Community Living campaign
LISTOWEL - “We are very grateful to the Kinette Club of Listowel for their generous donation,” Community Living North Perth shared via an email to the Listowel Banner.
Kurz raises over $17,000 at final strongman fundraising event
LISTOWEL - The finale to Chris Kurz’s 24-hour decathlon featured him pulling a cargo van across the arena floor at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex on May 18.
