STRATFORD – The Aug. 6 Perth County council meeting began with the introduction and appointment of Charlotte Gravlev as the new Manager of Legislative Services and Clerk.
Perth County builds contingency plan into winter sand tender after two harsh winters
STRATFORD – In the case of Perth County’s winter road maintenance budget, the taxpayers should hope that the saying “the third time’s the charm,” duly applies here.
Perth County lowers flags, honours the passing of Lloyd Robertson
STRATFORD – Perth County council decided to lower its flags in honour of the passing of world-renowned journalist Lloyd Robertson at its Aug. 6 council meeting.
Council eliminates parking on Queen Street during bridge construction
LISTOWEL – Local drivers will soon see no-parking signs on Queen Street East.
Public Health Ontario states over one quarter of homes deal with food insecurity, 19% in Huron-Perth
STRATFORD – “Food insecurity is often misunderstood. It’s not primarily about food access, knowledge, or personal choice … in simple terms, it is not having enough money to purchase food, and this issue is becoming increasingly urgent,” Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) registered dietitian and nutr
Kadylack Sunflower Farm open daily
NORTH PERTH – Kadylack Sunflower Farm has once again opened its doors for the public to explore its sprawling 26 acres of sunflowers in bloom.
North Perth to manage sale, inventory of Wallace History Books
LISTOWEL – For the last decade, volunteers have been developing the Wallace History Book; however, they have come to realize they are better suited to the development rather than distribution.
North Perth lobbies for permanent infrastructure funding commitment
LISTOWEL – The province of Ontario committed to doubling the amount of the Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund (OCIF) for a five-year period in 2020, ending after 2026.
Wroxeter sunset boating
Nearly 30 boats set off to catch golden hour on the river in a variety of watercraft.
Ranch radio host reads to local children at library
LISTOWEL – 100.1FM The Ranch radio host Nick Pal is pictured reading the book A Fox Found a Box by Ged Adamson to local children, before some craft time where guests made a radio and microphone.
Junior Legionnaires host double header
LISTOWEL - The Listowel Legionnaires Junior Team hosted a double header on July 25 against the London Talons. The local boys struggled to round the bases, posting 3-2 and 15-5 losses.
Listowel Minor Soccer U8 team smiles at the end of its’ season
NEWRY - The Listowel Minor Soccer U8-2B team participated in the year-end tournament on July 24 and 25 after a fun-filled season. The team went 1-2-0 in the tournament, which was hosted at the soccer fields at Elma Township Public School.
North Perth councillor moves to increase public sector salary disclosures to $200K
LISTOWEL – North Perth Coun. Allan Rothwell spoke to an item within the July 20 consent agenda package, which seeks to adjust public sector salary disclosure based on inflation.
North Perth council supports manufacturing company application to rework former feed mill property
LISTOWEL – West End Manufacturing is looking to retrofit a former feed mill property to support its new location.
New park approved for Listowel’s west end
LISTOWEL – A new park will be constructed in Listowel’s west end, off of Twamley Street.
