Although the region of Huron-Perth did not fall along the path of totality, the April 8, 2024 total solar eclipse still put on a show in the sky with 95 per cent totality visible. The next total solar eclipse is expected to be visible from this area on October 26, 2144.
Tender approved for Highway 86 resurfacing east of Listowel
Although a specific date was not given, Perth County’s Asset Management and Engineering Specialist, Bill Wilson told council the project should begin early this year for two weeks, or less.
Council votes to allow Binning Street parking during Cyclones playoffs
Council amended the agenda at the April 8 meeting to include an item from Lyndon Kowch, director of operations, regarding allowing parking on Binning Street during the Junior Cyclones playoff season.
In Photos: Easter fun in Elmwood
Little ones scramble for Easter eggs, under the watchful eyes of parents. The plastic eggs were traded for bags of Easter treats.
Funding supports North Perth Agriculture and Agri-business Advisory Committee, specialist
Council has made it known that the local agri-business sector is a priority and plans to support and promote agriculture through its newly-established Agriculture and Agri-business Advisory Committee, and new specialist role in the municipality.
Council seeking explanation from feds regarding denial of recent housing funding
Matching the tone of comments from council on March 18, it would appear that two strongly-worded letters will be sent to the upper tiers of government, on North Perth stationery.
North Perth to discuss ward boundary options
NORTH PERTH – Anticipating a lengthy discussion, North Perth council previously scheduled a…
Council seeking more information about allowing ATVs on NP trail
Council directed staff to present further information regarding allowing ATVs to use a section of the North Perth trail between Listowel and Atwood at a future council meeting.
2023 North Perth building department deficit totals $830K
North Perth’s incoming Chief Building Official (CBO), Sally McMullen, delivered some tough numbers for council to digest at the March 18 meeting.
Walkerton Rotary Club’s seventh draw on March 21
The Walkerton Rotary Club held its seventh draw on March 21, with winners as follows: Donna Dentinger ($1,000), Matt Dahms ($500), Sally/Bob Parks ($300), Gord/Pauline Francis ($250), Mark/Carolyn Meyer ($200), and Jason Jackson ($150).
M-T nearing budget completion
At the March 5 council meeting, Morris-Turnberry was waiting on firm numbers from Huron County and Huron East before finalizing its 2024 budget.
The importance of open-ended goals
On Tuesday, March 12, Camille Herron, 42, crossed the finish line of the first-ever Lululemon six-day long race named FURTHER. Upon crossing the finish line, she not only completed the six-day-long ultramarathon – an incredible feat on its own – but also broke 12 world records.
Binning St. reconstruction tender comes in $500,000 under budget
North Perth’s Manager of Operations, Lyndon Kowch, had the privilege of presenting what he called “the good news report.”
Council appoints Kasenberg to new PC OPP Detachment Board
With a unanimous vote, North Perth Mayor Todd Kasenberg was appointed to the new Perth County OPP Detachment Board for a four-year term at the March 18 council meeting.
Perth County discusses download of new charges from the province, court backlog, new Justices of Peace
According to a report update from Perth County Manager of Court Services, Vicky Hamilton, presented to Perth County council on March 7, the county is still waiting to hear if the province will pass down Part III charges.
