Part of what makes United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) strong is its committed volunteers working behind the scenes to ensure the organization continues moving forward and serving the communities of Perth-Huron. Now, UWPH is looking to add a new treasurer and a director from Huron County to its board.
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Howick Township council approves first draft of budget
On Feb. 28, at a special council meeting, the first draft budget was presented by Treasurer Brenda Weishar to members of Howick council.
Cyclones trail Redhawks 3-1 in Midwest quarters
The Midwestern Conference playoff quarter-final series between Listowel and Cambridge took a frightening turn during the first period of Game 5 on March 11 at the Galt Arena Gardens, when Cyclones centre Tanner Dietz was seriously injured after being the victim of a boarding by an opposing player.
Central Perth Predators girls win three divisions at Mitchell tourney
The Central Perth U11, U13 and U15 girls’ squads had a very productive weekend on March 3-5, with all three teams winning their respective divisions at the Mitchell Girls’ Tournament. Pictured from top to bottom, the U15, U13 and U11 Predators teams.
Cyclones trail Redhawks 2-1 in Midwest quarters
Nine wins and 24 points separated the Cambridge Redhawks from the Listowel Cyclones during the 2022-23 GOJHL regular season. But when it came down to the first three games of their Midwestern Conference playoff series, the two teams couldn’t be tighter.
Drives lead Senior ‘A’ championship series 2-1
The Milverton Four Wheel Drives are only two wins away from capturing the WOAA Senior A title, following their 5-1 Game 3 win over the Shallow Lake Crushers on March 5 at the Perth East Recreation Complex.
Legion makes $1,000 donation to Listowel Salvation Army
The Listowel Legion recently presented the Salvation Army Listowel with a $1,000 donation. The donation comes from proceeds of the “break open tickets” sold at the Legion. Pictured: Legion member Peggy Wiens, right, presents Gwyneth Woods of the Salvation Army with the cheque last week.
Drayton Kinsmen Farm show returns, April 12-13
Rural Ontario’s agribusiness showcase is back. The Drayton Kinsmen Farm show will return for its 39th edition this spring after three years of pandemic-related cancellations.
Pioneering local women doctors: Dr. Daisy Mary Moore Macklin
March 8 is International Women’s Day. First held in 1911, IWD is now an annual opportunity to celebrate the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women around the world.
Set7’s ‘Women of Steel’ graduate
NORTH PERTH – This past Saturday, the Set7 Skills and Technology North Perth and Region celebrated a graduation for the Women of Steel program that ran from Feb. 9 - March 4. “The program was a huge success,” explains Set7’s Project Manager Carmen Reis. “The ladies who completed the program come
Listowel resident rakes in $100K following ENCORE lottery win
Saying “yes” to ENCORE paid off for Panos Assimakopoulos of Listowel. He matched the last six of seven ENCORE numbers in exact order in the Jan. 14, 2023 PICK 4 draw to win $100,000.
PC Connect offering free rides for March Break
Travelling within Perth County this March Break just got a whole lot easier, as the PC Connect Transit Service will be offering free rides during the week.
Council hears food insecurity delegation
A joint delegation from United Way Perth-Huron’s Kristin Crane and Huron Perth Public Health registered dietitian Candace Cunningham informed council about local food insecurity at its regular meeting on March 6.
North Perth council remuneration totals over $200K for 2022
At its March 6 meeting, an item under the consent agenda was received by council regarding its remuneration.
Listowel Legion pledges $20K to MAP59 project
The ongoing Memorial Arena Park (MAP59) fundraising campaign received another big boost last week, when Royal Canadian Legion Branch 259 in Listowel pledged $20,000 to the project.