Effective Aug. 18, Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) is offering COVID-19 immunizations to individuals turning 12 in 2021. Individuals born in 2009 or earlier are welcome to attend any clinic, including walk-in clinics.
Liberals nominate Brendan Knight as Perth-Wellington candidate
The Liberal Party has announced its candidate for the Perth-Wellington riding in the upcoming federal election.
John Nater looks to hold seat in upcoming federal election
With Prime Minister Justin Trudeau calling a Sept. 20 federal election, John Nater officially announced his campaign for re-election as Perth-Wellington’s Member of Parliament (MP) on Sunday.
Energrow introduces new automated soybean-roasting tech
Hofarms Ltd. of Newton is the first of a number of Canadian farms using Energrow’s newest automated roasting technology.
Nearly $20M committed to Perth-Wellington, surrounding areas for rural high-speed internet
The Government of Ontario, partnering with the federal government, has announced up to $19,668,735 to bring high-speed internet to up to 2,700 households and businesses in underserved areas throughout Perth-Wellington and surrounding areas.
Monkton Fire Station unveils new truck
The North Perth Fire Department’s Monkton station has a new set of wheels. The station recently received its new fire truck, and were happy to show it off last week. Pictured, from left: Tod Finnie, Dennis McEwen, Fire Chief Ed Smith, North Perth CAO Kris Snell.
Staying Christian during an election campaign
Rumour has it that a federal election is coming soon. Maybe it will even be called by the time this is published.
John Idington: Integral part of Perth County’s judicial history
One of Canada’s most famous judges of the early twentieth century, Supreme Court Justice John Idington had a deep connection to Perth County.
Local youth express excitement about their return to playing lacrosse
After a summer without the sport, local players are excited that the North Perth Lacrosse Association is back in full swing.
Poll: business owners optimistic about long-term prospects despite pandemic
Coming out of the 17 month-long pandemic, a new study suggests business owners in Canada feel brighter days may be ahead.
Pass the nail polish
While some of the memories seem like yesterday, the doors of Listowel’s most famous watering hole, Modeans, have been closed for over a decade.
Pethick named executive director of Foundation For Education Perth-Huron
The board of directors of the Foundation For Education Perth-Huron recently announced the appointment of Laura Pethick as executive director. Pethick started work with the Foundation on July 19.
Province pledges $7M for agri-food research projects
On Monday, the Ontario government announced its support for 49 agri-food research projects with a pledge of $7 million.
Walkerton Legion’s Meat Draw a success
We are now almost back to normal with our meat draws. The hardest thing is remembering to put a mask back on when you get up to claim your prize.
