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How to make a mince meat pie the ‘olden days’ way
This postcard from the collections at Stratford-Perth Archives was originally sent to John Hayes in…
North Perth to share concerns about conservation authorities consolidation
LISTOWEL - North Perth Council reviewed a letter from the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) which shared a policy proposal of new boundaries for the consolidation local conservation authorities into regional conservation authorities.
Howick landfill operation to be moved to west side of property
HOWICK - The landfill operations and receiving location here will be changing to the west side of the driveway from the east side.
Gowanstown wedding barn prohibited use due to building code violations
LISTOWEL - Owners of a converted bank barn have received an order to prohibit occupancy as a wedding venue from North Perth’s Chief Building Official (CBO) due to outstanding building permits and zoning amendments.
Perth County presents proposed changes to forest conservation bylaw, delegates ask that windbreaks not be included
LISTOWEL - North Perth Council was presented proposed changes to the Perth County Forest Conservation Bylaw by county staff, as well as varying opinions from a pair of delegates at its Nov. 17 meeting.
Kinettes assume operation of Imagination Library after Friends of North Perth Public Library disband
LISTOWEL - A Nov. 25 press release announced that the Listowel Kinettes were excited to take over the operation of the Dolly Parton Imagination Library in North Perth.
Bannerman, Smith return as Trustee Chair and Vice
SEAFORTH - At the Nov. 25 Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) board of trustees meeting, Stratford Trustee Michael Bannerman was again elected as chair of the board with Patricia Smith again assuming the role of vice chair.
Santa and Mrs. Claus visit Parkview Gardens
LISTOWEL - Both Santa and Mrs. Claus made it out to Parkview Gardens on Saturday, Nov. 29 for a couple hours of holiday-themed activities and photos.
Listowel Cyclones 10th in conference after weekend victory over Caledon
LISTOWEL - The Listowel Cyclones, currently 10th in the Western Conference of the GOJHL, went up against the Caledon Bombers on Sunday, Nov. 30 at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex, coming out with another victory.
Walkerton Herald-Times Dec. 4 Turnbacks
From Dec. 8, 1999.
‘Winter might tempt us to withdraw, but faith gently calls us to continue doing good’
All right, it’s time for you all to fess up. Who invited Old Man Winter? This snow has brought so…
Perth County Declares a Significant Weather Event
PERTH COUNTY – At 11 a.m. on Nov. 28, Perth County officially declared a Significant Weather Event as per Ontario Regulation 239/02. This declaration applies to all County roads and does not apply to local Township roads or Provincial highways.
New campaign focuses on recognizing coercive control in relationships
Optimism Place’s ‘Not ok.’ campaign, which kicked off Nov. 25, is a call-to-arms for workplaces, loved ones and acquaintances to address the issue by having conversations.
Ten-year school enrollment projections show rise in North Perth, fall in Wingham region
SEAFORTH - School enrolment projections, included in the 2025 Long-Term Accommodation Plan, show significant growth in the Municipality of North Perth, while in the nearby Townships of North Huron and Howick, the school board is anticipating the opposite.
