Numerous heads of council in this region are poised to receive “strong mayor” powers under a proposal put forward last week by the provincial government.
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Four-gas monitors now available at local libraries
The Municipality of North Perth is pleased to announce that four-gas monitors are now available for loan at the North Perth Public Library’s three branches in Listowel, Atwood and Monkton.
Perth-Wellington federal candidates discuss tariffs, interprovincial trade, carbon tax, agriculture
Four candidates gathered at the Listowel Ag Hall on April 8 for a Perth-Wellington riding debate ahead of the April 28 federal election.
Truck and trailer accident in Listowel April 9 led to a two day cleanup
LISTOWEL – On April 9, at approximately 5 p.m., a transport truck heading northbound on Highway…
Canadian snowbirds rethinking the annual migration
Their tiny wings are just a-flapping, carrying them from the sunny south, where they traditionally winter, back to Canada – snowbirds, on their annual migration north.
Predators claim provincial gold
The U15 Central Perth Predators Girls team went a perfect 5-0 over the three-day, all-Ontario championships last week.
The Atwood Cubs get a special visit from Floradale Friends of Guide Dogs
The Atwood Lion Cubs had a special visit from the Floradale Friends of Guide Dogs Lions Branch…
It Takes A Village pickleball fundraiser a success this weekend in Listowel
Teams battled it out for top place for a good cause.
Local municipalities could have ‘strong mayors’ by May 1
Heads of council in North Perth, North Huron, Brockton and South Bruce are among those slated to receive “strong mayor powers’ under a proposal announced by the provincial government on April 9.
Clachan School in North Easthope destroyed by fire
S.S. #3 North Easthope, or as it was also known, the Clachan school, had a long history, with many children having graced the desks there.
Perth County approves 2025 budget in principle
At a special meeting on April 10, Perth County Council adopted the 2025 capital and operating budgets in principle.
Looking for Easter Hope
As I read the news each morning, my heart sinks within me. There is so much hurt in the world that it often feels overwhelming.
Midwestern Newspapers lands seven top awards at provincial competition
Midwestern Newspapers has been recognized with seven first-place finishes in the Ontario Community Newspapers Association (OCNA) 2024 Better Newspapers Competition.
Conners takes eighth place at 89th Masters Tournament
AUGUSTA, GEORGIA - The 89th Masters Tournament, at the famous Augusta National Golf Club on April 10-13, included in the field, for the eighth time in his career, Corey Conners.
Request for picnic tables declined
LISTOWEL - The Listowel Farm and Maker Market requested in a letter to council that fees associated with renting picnic tables for the event, which is to take place at Between The Lines on April 27, be waived.
