“Excellent.” That is how Bruce County Warden Chris Peabody described the MIPIM conference in Cannes, France, March 14-17.
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Regional unemployment rate increases slightly in February
The local unemployment rate increased slightly last month, according to statistics released by the Four County Labour Market Planning Board last week.
New in-person therapy clinic coming to North Perth
As North Perth’s population continues on an upward trajectory, there remains one local service that is lacking. One of particular importance as people navigate their way back to normalcy in the wake of the pandemic.
Jetts Juice: Listowel brothers looking to give back
The downtown landscape of an ever-growing Listowel has seen its fair share of businesses. One of the newest additions to Main Street West is Jetts Juice.
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.
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.
Wingham and Blyth BIA members approved for term
The township approved the Business Improvement Association (BIA) members for the 2022-26 term of council for both Wingham and Blyth, at the March 6 North Huron council meeting.
Local business donates $4,000 to school to offset field trip bussing costs
The principal of Maitland River Elementary School, Angela Cowley, is happy to announce that the annual school trip to the River Valley Winter Tube Slide in St. Marys is happening this year, thanks to the kindness of a community business.
Impressions to open dessert bar, roastery at new location
Impressions Bakery Café is expanding to a second location, just down the road from its current home in downtown Listowel. The Listowel Banner sat down with owner, Graham Lichti, to learn more about what is in store for one of the town’s favourite bakeries.
A & R Music celebrates Heritage Week with window display
There’s always something to see in the window at A & R Music – especially at this time of year, when Richard Popiez celebrates Heritage Week (Ontario Heritage Trust) with a display of local music memories.
New Heights Fitness makes donation to Walkerton hospital
On Feb. 22, New Heights Fitness presented the Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation (WDHF) with a $1,000 donation, which will be used to purchase a new fetal doppler for the Walkerton hospital’s emergency department. Pictured, from left: WDHF Director Brandy Durrer, Chris Doman of New Heights F
Looking for young entrepreneurs
For youth in Bruce County, starting a summer business may be the right fit for their next big idea. And to make a business reality, consider Summer Company.
Spruce the Bruce open for applications
Bruce County’s Community Development program, Spruce the Bruce, is now open for applications. The program provides grant funding to maintain and grow local downtown businesses and communities.
Huron County council explores current job market
Lara Vanstone, director of human resources for Huron County, provided county council with an in-depth report looking into today’s job market, including trends that have emerged since the COVID pandemic drastically changed the way people work.
Wingham BIA holds AGM
Wingham’s Business Improvement Association (BIA) held its annual general meeting (AGM) on Feb. 16 in the Knights of Columbus Lounge at the North Huron Wescast Community Complex.
