Two free skilled trades training programs could be available to North Perth residents, should the municipality secure a new stream of funding.
Listowel Ag Society hosts Christmas Showcase
Shelby Donegan of the Victorian Inn and Spa smiled for the camera at the doorway to their unique display outside of the Listowel Agricultural Society’s Christmas Showcase on Nov. 18. Inside the festive camper housed a slew of the local company’s products all made in-house.
What is the difference?
The figures shared at the Nov. 13 North Perth council meeting regarding school bus blow-bys were jarring, to say the least.
North Perth council defeats Blazek’s motion ceasing work towards Atwood housing complex
After a lengthy discussion challenged its commitment, it appears North Perth council will remain dedicated to bringing affordable housing to the municipality.
North Perth appoints new treasurer
For the first time since amalgamation, the Municipality of North Perth has a new treasurer.
Listowel boundary expansion approved, but density questions raised for development
Perth County council agreed to expand the Listowel settlement area boundary for the purpose of developing additional residential housing at its Nov. 16 meeting, however members had comments about the density of the proposed development to the west of the town.
Additional streets added to primary, secondary sidewalk snow removal
An additional kilometre of sidewalk has been added to the total 30-plus kilometres of serviced sidewalks in North Perth.
Perth County approves replacement of courthouse tower lighting system
The historic courthouse in Stratford will again be highlighted during the Lights On Stratford winter festival, as Perth County council agreed to replace the light system which staff say is at the end of its life, at the Nov. 2 meeting.
New public health tool provides short-term projections of illness
A new report from Public Health Ontario shows that severe respiratory illness and hospitalization in children is expected to increase over the next couple of weeks.
North Perth council to reconsider decision on school bus arm cameras
Council previously passed a motion to defer a pilot project that would see cameras installed on 10 local school buses in an effort to correctly identify vehicles that illegally pass stopped school buses.
Wingham dancer earns scholarship to Myrtle Beach talent expo
For most people, it is more comfortable to be one-on-one with another person as opposed to being on stage in front of a crowd. For Briella Sutherland, 9, she is the opposite. Her personality shines when the stage lights turn on.
Perth County views previews of 2024 archives, courthouse, paramedic budgets
Increased staffing costs, and inflation in overhead costs appear to be the common themes in the 2024 budget previews from Archives, Courthouse, and Paramedic Services presented to Perth County council at its Nov. 2 meeting.
Sacred Heart CWL hosts Family Fun Fest, Oct. 28
The Sacred Heart Catholic Women's League on Oct. 28 in Wingham. The event featured games and activities for children; and treats for all.
IN PHOTOS: Wingham’s Festival of Lanterns 2023
The 10th annual Festival of Lanterns took place on Friday, Oct. 27 in downtown Wingham.
Listowel couple hosts annual Halloween SickKids fundraiser
Jeff Whiteside (pictured) and wife Martine Middlemays annually host a Halloween fundraiser. This was their 14th year, with proceeds going to SickKids Hospital. Their spooky Halloween display was up for viewing in the front yard of their home at 640 Maple Ave. in Listowel.
