David Connolly danced on Broadway to launch a professional career that has included performing around the globe and directing and choreographing shows for some of North America’s top theatrical companies and major television networks.
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31 homes sold in North Perth last month
Despite rising interest rates, home continue to sell quickly in North Perth.
Delicious treats for local nurses
Amanda Scheeringa, Kailla Forrester, and Dawnelle Siemon were among the nurses at Listowel Memorial Hospital enjoying coffee and doughnuts on their break on May 10. Nurses at Listowel Memorial and the Wingham District Hospital enjoyed complimentary coffee and doughnuts from Lady Glaze for Nurses’ We
Retired Women Teachers of Listowel hold final meeting
For a dedicated, long-standing membership of retired local women teachers, May 18 truly marked the end of an era in Listowel.
Drug charges laid following traffic stop
Charges have been laid following a traffic stop on Perth Road 164 in the Municipality of North Perth.
Listowel Baptist Church yard sale breaks own record
The Listowel Baptist Church indoor yard sale “smashed” last year’s total. With over three days of sales, and online pre-sales, organizers said the sale has broken its own record, raising $22,332.63. Last year’s total was $16,800.
Fifty Archives Treasures: James Anderson, the Fryfogel Inn and the Canada Company
After 50 years of operation, Stratford-Perth Archives houses an ever-growing collection of historical documents that are carefully preserved and made accessible for researchers from Perth County and around the world. We are celebrating the Archives’ golden anniversary by highlighting 50 treasures in
Van Allen Insurance charity BBQ raises more than $15K for cystic fibrosis
Van Allen Insurance Inc. in Listowel was a busier spot than usual on May 19, as the local business conducted the eighth edition of its fundraising barbecue in support of Cystic Fibrosis Canada. Van Allen handled 365 pre-ordered meals, serving approximately 850 total lunches over the course of the af
Turnbacks
Ten Years Ago 2012 – North Perth council looked to legal opinion on the Parkmeadow development.…
Local election candidates meet with LWHA for ‘fireside chat’ on health care
The Listowel-Wingham Hospitals Alliance (LWHA) invited MPP candidates for Perth-Wellington to discuss health care before the upcoming provincial election.
United Way Perth-Huron building new access centre at Listowel library site
On May 16, North Perth council passed a motion to make an agreement to sell the Listowel branch of the North Perth Public Library at 260 Main St. W. to United Way Perth-Huron.
Elma TPS nearing playground completion
Following a process that has been over three years in the making, the finish line is finally in sight for Elma Township Public School (ETPS) administrators, teachers, school council members and of course, the students.
Housing, agriculture, freedom among key discussions tackled at all-candidates’ meeting
MPP candidates for Perth-Wellington came together at Listowel’s Ag. Hall on May 17 as part of the all-candidates’ meeting. Hosted by the Perth County Federation of Agriculture and the Listowel Agricultural Society, candidates were invited to speak about agricultural and rural issues.
Howick council pleased with feedback from March Break camp
During the 2022 March Break, the Howick Recreation Department, in conjunction with the Family Betterment Committee and local volunteers, hosted a week-long day camp at the Howick Community Centre.
Budget amendments, bylaw enforcement shortages discussed during recent meeting
At the May 16 North Perth council meeting, many important motions were brought to the table, including budget amendments for the learning hub initiative and issues concerning bylaw enforcement shortages.
