Abate Huron-Perth Chapter 14 rolled out its annual ride in support of the Children’s Health Foundation (CHF) on Aug. 19. A group of approximately four dozen bikes departed from chapter Vice-President Chris Brock’s Gowanstown home for a Saturday ride through midwestern Ontario. Earlier this year, Aba
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Howick to begin budget process in September
At its Aug. 15 meeting, Howick council approved changes to the 2024 budget process.
WOAA Senior Hockey League ceases operations following defection of 10 teams to newly-formed Ontario Elite Hockey League
Senior AA hockey in the region will have a new look this coming season. On Aug. 17, the Ontario Hockey Association (OHA) announced the formation of the Ontario Elite Hockey League (OEHL), which will begin play in October.
Palmerston ball players return home from nationals with gold
A pair of local softball players are carrying a bit of extra weight around their necks this week.
OPP: ‘If a deal sounds too good to be true, it probably is’
“If a deal sounds too good to be true, it probably is.” Those are the words of advice coming from the Perth County OPP, who say they have been receiving an increase in reports of unfinished paving projects and extremely poor-quality jobs in North Perth.
Scoring position
U6 Listowel #1 was in action on Aug. 2 at Eastdale Public School, coming out on top of a high-scoring affair with Howick. Pictured: Listowel’s Archer Arand manoeuvres into scoring position during the second half.
Junior Cyclones open 2023-24 training camp this week
It doesn’t seem long ago that last year’s junior hockey season was just wrapping up, but the Listowel Cyclones are already back on the ice for training camp this week ahead of the 2023-24 GOJHL campaign.
Junior Legionnaires ousted from OBA ‘B’ championships
The 2023 Ontario Baseball Association Junior ‘B’ championships weren’t kind to the Listowel Legionnaires, who sustained a pair of losses for a quick two and out last weekend.
‘Ride for Dad’ hits the road in Howick
The Maitland Valley iteration of the Ride for Dad campaign took place on Aug. 12 at the Howick Community Centre, and despite the weather woes, the ride saw hundreds of motorcycles come out to take part in the fundraising 200km ride that runs to raise awareness in the fight against prostate cancer in
New deputy clerk Cannon appointed to Perth County staff
A new deputy clerk was announced at the most recent county council meeting. On Aug. 3, Perth County council received a report and passed a bylaw which appointed Rachel Cannon to the position.
Site plan agreement paves way for Royal Terrace addition
Town of Minto council has approved a site plan control agreement for a 99-bed addition to long-term care (LTC) facilities at the Royal Terrace in Palmerston.
Cost of living adjustment set for Perth County staff
At its Aug. 3 meeting, Perth County council received the 2024 cost of living adjustment report and approved a rate of 5.63 per cent as an increase to the county non-union salary grid and remuneration for members of council and committees starting January 2024.
Housing Action Plan, HAF application given final approval by North Perth council
At its Aug. 14 meeting, North Perth’s Manager of Strategic Initiatives, Jessica McLean, presented a final draft of the municipality’s housing action plan to council.
Public meeting held for bylaw amendment on 555 Main Street West in Listowel
At its July 24 meeting, North Perth council held a public meeting in regards to a zoning bylaw amendment application for a property in Listowel.
North Perth home sales down in July
The only part of the North Perth real estate market that saw growth last month over July 2022 was the number of homes for sale.
