LISTOWEL/WINGHAM – “We are not an option. We are a necessity.” - That’s the theme of Nursing Week 2024, being celebrated across Ontario from May 6 to 12.
Howick approves agreement on producer recycling
HOWICK – At its recent April 25 meeting, Howick Council passed a bylaw authorizing the Reeve and Clerk to enter into an agreement contract with Circular Materials Ontario (CMO).
Luke Brubacher drafted by Hamilton Tiger-Cats, eyes up NFL career
The Hamilton Tiger-Cats selected eight Canadian players in the May 1 Canadian Football League (CFL) draft – including 6’5”, 246-pound defensive lineman Luke Brubacher from Listowel who was drafted 16th overall in round two.
Ty Cross played 8-ball for 30 hours to raise funds for ALS
As part of the Challenge Accepted Foundation, Ty Cross began playing 8-ball on May 4 at 10 a.m. and continued playing until 4 p.m. the following day at Wroxeter Community Hall to raise funds for ALS.
Howick Council declared intimate partner violence as an epidemic
HOWICK – Town council is declaring intimate partner violence (IPV) an epidemic as of its April 25 council meeting.
Howick council passes application to amend zoning by-law
WROXETER – Howick Township held its council meeting on April 25 with a public meeting held under section 34 of the Planning Act to discuss the Howick Township zoning bylaw.
Local music teachers searching for children’s choir participants
Morgan Kuepfer and Claudia Prescott are music teachers at North Perth Westfield Elementary School.
Huron Perth United founded to fill need for soccer training, competition
Between the Lines has a new soccer club called Huron Perth United (HP United).
North Perth Maple Weekend a sweet success
NORTH PERTH – Royalmar Farms hosted its annual open house and pancake breakfast as part of Maple…
Canadian Tire, Van Allen Insurance, LDSS team up to benefit outdoor education program
In 2017, Listowel District Secondary School (LDSS) teacher Jim Flynn began the school’s outdoor education program.
LDSS class expands practical learning at ag biz
On March 20, the Listowel District Secondary School (LDSS) Ag Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) class visited Equipment Ontario for a day of learning.
North Perth cricket program concludes inaugural session
Listowel District Secondary School (LDSS) hosted its last night of cricket on March 22.
Atwood Lions Stagette a success
The Atwood Lions Stagette was held on Saturday, March 23 at the Elma Memorial Community Centre, its second year running with proceeds going towards the refurbishment of the EMCC.
Martin Duif headed to UCI World Championships with Team Canada for paracycling
A former resident of Listowel, Martin Duif, is headed off to Ostend, Belgium in May to participate with Team Canada at the UCI World Championships for paracycling.
Three local athletes bring home medals from Olympic weightlifting provincials
The Ontario Masters Provincials in Olympic Lifting was held in St. Thomas on Feb. 24, and local athletes Stephanie Brooks, Karla Daviau and Angie Alexander all came home with medals.
