HURON-PERTH - At the Nov. 26 Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) meeting, Michael Bannerman was elected a chair of the board of trustees, with Patricia Smith elected as vice chair.
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Santa Claus parades a long-time tradition in Listowel
I love Christmas.
North Perth allocates land in subdivision north east of Listowel for new school
NORTH PERTH - Further details of a subdivision to expand Listowel’s urban area to the north east were discussed by council at its Dec. 2 meeting.
First annual NPFD Appreciation Event held at Elma Community Centre
ATWOOD - For the first time, all three North Perth Fire Department (NPFD) stations gathered together for an appreciation event at the Elma Community Centre on Saturday, Nov. 16.
Perth County OPP talk Project Lifesaver
The Perth County OPP and Victim Services Huron Perth gave a public presentation on Project Lifesaver on Nov. 27 at Parkview Gardens.
Ignace and Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation officially selected by NWMO as hosts for Deep Geological Repository
On Nov. 28, the Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) officially announced it has selected Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation (WLON) and the Township of Ignace as the host communities for the future site for Canada’s Deep Geological Repository (DGR) for used nuclear fuel, a press release states.
Local man charged after incident at town hall
WINGHAM - Huron County OPP arrest a North Huron man after what they describe as “an incident at the Town Hall in Wingham.”
Perth County mourns the death of County Councillor, Past Warden Jim Aitcheson
PERTH COUNTY - In a Nov. 22 statement, Perth County shared its profound sadness for the sudden passing of County Councillor and Past Warden James (Jim) Aitcheson.
Driver charged in chicken truck collision
NORTH PERTH - An accident involving one transport truck carrying chickens occurred on Line 87 at Road 171 in North Perth on Nov. 26.
Cubs decorate Smile Cookies for United Way
MILVERTON - On Nov. 23, The Atwood Lions Cubs decorated 480 Smile Cookies for the United Way Perth Huron at the Milverton Tim Hortons.
Cure-alls in the 1800s did more harm than good
We’re now entering cold and flu season in Canada; the time of year when people begin taking supplements like echinacea to try to avoid getting sick.
New grant program tailored to arts and culture sector
LISTOWEL - Crabby Joe’s was the setting for a Starter Company mix and mingle on behalf of Stratford Perth for Business on Nov. 18. A group of interested and eager local entrepreneurs from creative backgrounds gathered for information and networking all set in the restaurant atmosphere.
Head in the clouds? Don’t drive high
Driving under the influence of cannabis is a growing concern in Canada, especially following the legalization of its use for recreational purposes. The misconception that cannabis impairs driving less than alcohol can lead to dangerous and even fatal consequences on the road.
Perth County launches new ‘Lite’ Interactive Map
PERTH COUNTY - Perth County celebrated GIS (Geographic Information Systems) Day on Nov. 20 with the launch of a new interactive map.
Listowel’s U15 competitive curling event welcomed teams from near and far
LISTOWEL - The Listowel Curling Club hosted a U15 competitive curling event on Nov. 23 to 24.
