In 2021, Perth County undertook a significant consultative process to develop a charter on diversity, equity and anti-racism. The county consulted with the public through surveys, roundtable discussions and one-on-one stakeholder interviews.
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Senior hockey playoff matchups set
The 2022-23 WOAA Senior Hockey League regular season has concluded, with the top eight set to contest the AA championship and the bottom four to slug it out for the A title.
Central Perth Predators have success at B.A.D. Blazers tourney
The Central Perth Predators girls’ teams had a successful weekend at the B.A.D. Blazers annual hockey tournament, with the U13s winning gold and the U15s losing a nail biter in the semifinals to the Chatham-Kent Crush, 1-0. The U13s pulled out a 2-1 shootout win versus the Lambeth Lancers to claim g
Cyclones take two wins over Bombers
The Listowel Cyclones somewhat salvaged what had been an otherwise dismal start to 2023, when the junior club took a pair of wins from the Caledon Bombers in decisive fashion last weekend.
Community Living North Perth’s ‘Ultimate Valentine’s Date Night’ marks return
Given the success of its inaugural Ultimate Valentine’s Date Night offering in 2022, Community Living North Perth (CLNP) is bringing the fundraising initiative back for round two.
‘Everyone needs a hobby’
With winter upon us it is important to ensure that we are engaging our minds and keeping busy. Hobbies make us more interesting and provide a healthy outlet for various energies. Finding time in your day to do something you enjoy doing can reduce negative stress while promoting creativity.
Hospitals board to renovate, recruit at Listowel, Wingham sites
At its January meeting, the Listowel Wingham Hospitals Alliance (LWHA) board of directors highlighted many important issues the hospitals are currently facing, as well as their steps forward.
Atwood subdivision seeks county council approval for next phase
At its Jan. 26 meeting, Perth County council discussed the next stage of the subdivision that is being built in Atwood. Dallmitch Holdings Ltd, the developer of the property, is in the process of seeking final approval for phase two of its four-phase plan for the residential subdivision.
Affordable housing continues to be hot topic of discussion at North Perth council
During its Jan. 30 meeting, the council of the Municipality of North Perth talked about an important issue facing both the community and province – affordable and attainable housing.
Next stages of new Eastdale, Milverton childcare additions announced
Matthew Rae, MPP for Perth-Wellington, announced earlier this month that the Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) was provided a scope change and approval to tender the childcare additions at Listowel Eastdale Public School and Milverton Public School.
IN PHOTOS: Listowel Hockey Days 2023
The inaugural Listowel Hockey Days event was held at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex in Listowel on Jan. 28-29, with most of the Listowel Minor Hockey Association in action over the course of its two-day running.
Maitland Conservation board reviews more changes, effects of Bill 23
Maitland Conservation (MC) board members received additional information about the changes and effects that Bill 23 is having on conservation authorities, with this month’s focus on conserving natural heritage.
Blyth driver charged with fail to remain, fail to report accident
Perth County OPP have charged a Blyth resident for failing to remain at a collision and failure to report an accident.
Bylaw passed to change Howick council remuneration
At Howick council’s Jan. 17 meeting, a bylaw was passed that changes the remuneration for council members.
Moore reminds Ontarians to ‘remain vigilant,’ get vaccinated
The province’s chief medical officer of health says despite a decline in cases of COVID-19 and other respiratory viruses, Ontarians should “remain vigilant” and stay up-to-date with vaccinations.
