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Regional unemployment rate up less than one percent in September
The unemployment rate for the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region (Bruce, Grey, Huron and Perth counties) increased by 0.6 percentage points in September, to 4.3%, the largest percentage increase of all regions in Ontario in two consecutive months.
Listowel Cyclones flash some offense with 7-0 win against Komoka Kings
The Listowel Cyclones had an exciting start to their Thanksgiving weekend, hosting the Komoka Kings on Oct. 11 closing out the game with an impressive 7-0 win.
Rod Beattie returns with A Christmas Carol at Stratford-Perth Museum
Early bird tickets are on sale now for an encore performance of A Christmas Carol, at the Co-operators Performance Theatre at Stratford-Perth Museum, December 14, 15, 21 and 22, at 2:00 p.m.
Listowel Lions Club hosts Friday afternoon entertainment
The Listowel Lions Club hosted an afternoon of entertainment in the Smith’s Market Square parking lot on Oct. 11
Survey on PC Connect’s Rural Route Transit Service launches
Perth County is seeking feedback from residents, riders, businesses, and community stakeholders regarding PC Connect’s Rural Route transit service.
Keys for Community another way to give to United Way
United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) employees spend hours on the road, travelling from community to community, learning about important issues affecting the region.
Battle of the Badges set for this weekend
Annual fundraiser for Victim Services will see police and fire services battle it out at the rink.
‘Woke’ – the difference between sounding socially aware, and being socially aware
If you think “woke” is just the past tense of “wake,” think again.
Listowel takes a step forward in affordable housing availability
North Perth Council approved funding for Phase 1 of the Listowel Gardens housing project at their Oct. 7 meeting, a decision Mayor Todd Kasenberg called “monumental” for affordable housing in the area.
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The 14th annual Pumpkinpalooza event hosted by Harwill Farms near Gowanstown
The Gowland family were among those enjoying some family time at the farm.
North Perth Council votes against committee recommendation on community flag practice
At their Oct. 7 meeting, North Perth Council heard a recommendation from the North Perth Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Advisory Committee to not install a new community flagpole in a separate location, and to continue flying community flags at the municipal office on Wallace Ave.
CKNX Radiothon set to support local hospitals
On Saturday, Oct. 19, the 23rd Annual CKNX Health Care Heroes Radiothon will be broadcasting in support of eight midwestern Ontario hospital foundations, including the Listowel Memorial Hospital Foundation.
Trusting in his provision
Well, it’s here - the crisp air of autumn is now beginning to settle in. In Fall, we are invited into a season of reflection, wonder, and gratitude.
