The Ontario government has announced an accelerated timeline for lifting numerous public health measures designed to limit the spread of COVID-19, including ending provincial proof of vaccination requirements in most settings by March 1.
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Perth-Wellington ‘Freedom Convoy’ set to roll on Feb. 19
An anti-mandate protest is set to roll through this area on Feb. 19, although organizers aren’t answering any questions about it.
‘The eyes of the world are upon us’: Ford declares state of emergency, tells Ottawa protesters to ‘go home’
Ontario Premier Doug Ford drew a line on Feb. 11, declaring a provincial state of emergency and pleading to protesters gathered in Ottawa and at critical Canadian border crossings to leave.
Province says free COVID rapid tests available at pharmacies, grocery stores beginning Feb. 9
The province says more than 44 million COVID-19 rapid testing kits will be made available to the general public for at-home use.
Fire at Harwill Farms destroys driving shed, tractors
The mutual response of three area departments prevented a fire from getting out of hand at Harwill Farms on Jan. 26.
Inflation anxiety: More Canadians say they’re worse off now financially than any time since 2010
A new study from the non-profit Angus Reid Institute (ARI) finds some Canadians struggling more than ever to endure the financial stresses of the pandemic, while others, secured by their relatively strong position of wealth, have seen their economic well-being maintained, if not improved.
Local business purchases lot in Palmerston Industrial Park
Town council has approved the sale of a Palmerston Industrial Park lot to a local business.
Ontario to ‘cautiously and gradually ease’ public health restrictions starting Jan. 31
Premier Doug Ford was prompt in announcing Thursday morning that COVID-19 public health measures will “cautiously and gradually” ease later this month.
Drayton Entertainment announces new ‘Backstage Pass’ digital series
Drayton Entertainment is hoping to keep audiences connected and entertained amid another shutdown with its digital streaming series Backstage Pass.
Majority of Canadians believe they’ll contract COVID, regardless of precautions
A new poll shows a majority of Canadians believe they will be infected by the Omicron variant of COVID-19.
Education minister confirms Jan. 17 return to classrooms
School bells will ring on Jan. 17, summoning children back to classrooms following a two-week delay with around two million students stuck at home learning virtually.
Huron Perth home sales set new all-time annual record in 2021
The number of homes sold through the MLS System of the Huron Perth Association of REALTORS totaled 101 units in December 2021. This was down by 4.7 per cent (five sales) from December 2020.
HOPE REFLECTED | More salt, please!
A multi-functional mineral, salt comes in different forms and is used for many different purposes. From preserving and flavouring food to home health remedies, salt has been used for thousands of years.
Edge Mutual makes $25,000 donation to Palmerston and District Hospital Foundation
Once again, Edge Mutual Insurance has demonstrated their incredible support for local health care, with a generous $25,000 donation to the Palmerston and District Hospital Foundation (PDHF). PDHF will use this gift to purchase four medication carts that are required by physicians and nursing staff t
Nominations now open for the Ontario Junior Citizen Awards
Nominations are now open for the 2021 Ontario Junior Citizen Awards.
