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United Way Perth-Huron SRPC launches Speak Up for Housing campaign
United Way Perth-Huron’s Social Research AND Planning Council (SRPC) is launching Speak Up for…
Rotary Stratford welcomes 27th annual Dragon Boat Festival set for Sept. 14 along the Avon
The iconic Dragon Boat proudly stands in the square, heralding the upcoming 27th annual Stratford Rotary Dragon Boat Festival.
North Perth Community Hospice hosts talks about dignity within healthcare
Using funding left to them by Sharon Johnson, co-founder of the North Perth Community Hospice in 2011, a slew of talks were hosted on Sept. 5 with Dr. Harvey Max Chochinov.
The Grand Walk to raise funds for seniors services in Huron-Perth
September marks the return of the annual fundraising campaign, The Grand Parade, where feet hit the street in support of senior citizens.
Listowel 15U OBA wins OBA Championship
The Listowel 15U OBA team won the Ontario Baseball Association championship in Mitchell winning all five games they played in the provincial final tournament held Aug. 30 to Sept. 1.
Perth County Council increases stewardship program budget to $100K
It appears the seed for another successful year of the Perth County Stewardship Program was planted by council at its Sept. 5 meeting.
Huron County group offers workshop on preserving monument information
The Cemetery Enthusiasts of Huron County (CEHC) are hosting a workshop aimed at helping ensure local memorial information is available for future generations.
Listowel Agricultural Fair competition results
One thing the 2024 Listowel Agricultural Fair is known for is its many competitions. This year saw many competitors trying their hand at unique parade floats to the pedal tractor pull.
Malayalee community hosts Onam celebration
North Perth Malayalee Samaajam (NPMS), hosted an Onam celebration at the Agricultural Hall here on Sept. 7.
Council appoints building official
Council here received the Q2 Activity Report reviewing activity by the Building Department at the Sept. 9 meeting.
Listowel Christian School celebrates 50 years
Listowel Christian School celebrated its 50th anniversary on Sept. 7 with speeches, photo memories, food and fellowship.
The U11 Elma Express wins silver medal in A division finals
The U11 Elma Express blue team showed remarkable determination and improvement throughout the year, culminating in a well-deserved silver medal in the A division finals.
Ontario students going back-to-basics with fewer distractions this fall
Province limiting cellphone use in class, banning vaping and rolling out more modernized curriculum
County replaces paramedic commander vehicle
It appears as though Perth County council and staff are trying to catch up with the ever-moving target that is increasing vehicle prices.
