Nominations are being accepted for the 2022 Celebrate North Perth Awards from now until March 31.
Perth County to provide $13K for Galbraith property
At its March 16 meeting, the Perth County council voted in favour of providing $13,000 in seed funding to aid North Perth in leasing the Galbraith Conservation Area.
IN PHOTOS: 2023 Monkton Skating Club Showcase
The Monkton Skating Club held its showcase on March 7 at the Elma-Logan Recreation Complex. The young skaters performed to songs from the popular kid’s movie, Encanto. The event saw skaters from all levels perform themed ice dances to the movie’s hit songs.
Out with the old and in with the new at revamped Diana Sweets
As the iconic downtown Listowel business enters a new era, Diana Sweets Marketplace and Café wants to remind people to be patient with them as they reopen their freshly- renovated doors on March 16.
New tech requirements announced for Grade 9-10 students
On March 10, MPP for Perth-Wellington Matthew Rae, Minister of Education Stephen Lecce, and Associate Minister of Women’s Social and Economic Opportunity Charmaine Williams, announced a Technological Education credit requirement for Grade 9 and 10 students, beginning in September 2024.
North Perth Chamber of Commerce seeking information on bad cell service for residents
The North Perth Chamber of Commerce is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying gaps in cell service in the community.
Snell gets council support for AMO application
At the March 13 meeting, CAO Kriss Snell brought forth a report to North Perth council, seeking support as he applied for a position on The Association of Municipalities Ontario (AMO) Board of Directors.
Green light given to proceed with North Perth operating budget
On March 8, budget talks continued at North Perth council for the first time since its initial visioning session in January.
Howick Township council approves first draft of budget
On Feb. 28, at a special council meeting, the first draft budget was presented by Treasurer Brenda Weishar to members of Howick council.
Set7’s ‘Women of Steel’ graduate
NORTH PERTH – This past Saturday, the Set7 Skills and Technology North Perth and Region celebrated a graduation for the Women of Steel program that ran from Feb. 9 - March 4. “The program was a huge success,” explains Set7’s Project Manager Carmen Reis. “The ladies who completed the program come
PC Connect offering free rides for March Break
Travelling within Perth County this March Break just got a whole lot easier, as the PC Connect Transit Service will be offering free rides during the week.
Council hears food insecurity delegation
A joint delegation from United Way Perth-Huron’s Kristin Crane and Huron Perth Public Health registered dietitian Candace Cunningham informed council about local food insecurity at its regular meeting on March 6.
North Perth council remuneration totals over $200K for 2022
At its March 6 meeting, an item under the consent agenda was received by council regarding its remuneration.
Rothwell proposes changes to school bus safety measures, monetary penalties
A Notice of Motion was presented to North Perth council at its March 6 meeting. Coun. Allan Rothwell read the proposed motion which was to be considered at the next council meeting.
North Perth receives $80K in public transportation funding
On Feb. 23, Perth-Wellington MPP Matthew Rae announced funding is being provided from the Government of Ontario for local communities’ public transportation. The Municipality of North Perth will be receiving $80,090 from this funding initiative.
