While the 16th annual North Perth Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Gala was an evening to recognize the outstanding contributors of the local community, its primary purpose was much simpler in nature.
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EmployerOne survey open now
The EmployerOne survey is back. Due to the pressures and changes being faced by employers during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Four County Labour Market Planning Board put this project on hold for 2021 and 2022.
The Hawks’ Nest returns in 2023
The Hawks’ Nest, a Dragon’s Den-inspired competition where entrepreneurs from various sectors pitch their business ideas in an attempt to secure financial support from a local “Hawk,” is returning in 2023.
Pine River Cheese reopens with major additions
After a two and a half year wait, Pine River Cheese finally reopened its doors under new ownership, on Tuesday, Sept. 27.
In Line Chiropractic’s School Supply Drive a success
Patients at In Line Family Chiropractic and local residents did a great job of supporting In Line’s School Supply Drive in 2021 and 2022. Approximately $2,000 worth of school supplies were divided between Walkerton District Community School, St. Teresa of Calcutta Catholic School and Sacred Heart Ca
Kitchener law firm opens Listowel office
Lawyer and property owner of Madorin, Synder LLP Barristers and Solicitors, Bob Scriven, grins as he serves brisket to attendees of his Oct. 7 open house. The law firm, originally from Kitchener, has opened a new location in Listowel. The aim of the event was to invite the community out to see the n
Tuckersmith Communications pledges $25,000 to BMGCC project
The Inspiring Our Future campaign has received a donation of $25,000 from TCC Tuckersmith Communications.
Region boasts lowest unemployment rate in Ontario
The lowest unemployment rate in the province belongs to midwestern Ontario.
Chamber Business Excellence Awards gala set for Oct. 27
All the nominations are in and judges are making their final deliberations, with the only item remaining on the docket is the party itself when it comes to the 2022 North Perth Chamber of Commerce (NPCC) Business Excellence Awards.
Victor Lair Jewellers celebrates 60 years of successful business
Celebrating an inspiring 60 years of business in Walkerton, the owners of Victor Lair Jewellers are nothing but delighted to share the fascinating history of their family-owned company.
Shovels in the ground at the Wingham Airport
Tyler Papple, owner/operator of Papple Aviation, is building new hangars at the Wingham Airport, complete with a new cement taxiway on one side and a grass taxiway on the other side that will allow planes to taxi right out to the runway from the hangars.
Dantry Danes, Cricket Meadow Meats take a natural approach with their agriculture businesses
Local businesses Dantry Danes and Cricket Meadow Meats, located on the home farm of Danielle Yule and Matt Van Ankum outside of Gorrie, have always taken a natural approach to their businesses and it has served them well for over 20 years.
Public meeting conducted for proposed drive-thru restaurant at Listowel Pioneer gas station
North Perth council received a report and held a statutory public meeting to receive comments from the public regarding a proposed drive-thru restaurant at the Pioneer gas station on Sept. 26.
24-hour gym opening in Wingham, smoothie bar coming soon
Hailey and Cody McCann are celebrating their most significant milestone as they prepare to welcome you to downtown Wingham’s new 24-hour access gym and smoothie bar.
Rotary Club of Walkerton welcomes new members, exchange student
(Above) The Rotary Club of Walkerton welcomes its new Rotary Youth Exchange student, Peamvara…
