The Multicultural Association of Perth-Huron (MAPH) held its annual multicultural festival in Listowel Memorial Park on Sunday, Sept. 24, featuring a number of diverse musical acts at the amphitheatre, while treating guests to an impressive spread of free food samplings from cultures around the worl
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IN PHOTOS: 101.1FM The Ranch’s third anniversary party
“The event is all about the community, we just wanted a fun, free day,” commented 100.1FM general manager Nick Cadotte.
RIDE program nabs impaired driver with loaded handgun
One person is facing several charges following an impaired driving investigation in the Municipality of North Perth.
North Perth to petition county for Kurtzville speed limit reduction
The Municipality of North Perth will advocate to Perth County council for a potential speed limit reduction on Line 88 through the village of Kurtzville.
Perth County council wants province to help resolve court closures
Two members of Perth County council – Dean Trentowsky and Todd Kasenberg – want to see some action from the province after receiving a report on Sept. 21 about last-minute court closures in Stratford.
Fall expected to be warmer, drier than normal says Environment Canada climatologist
After a rather uneventful summer, weather wise, one climatologist believes we will have a warmer and drier-than-normal fall.
This summer’s rain may be too much of a good thing
Rain is not the only thing that makes for a bountiful harvest – sunshine is also necessary. And while this area has had more than enough of the former, that’s not the case for the latter.
Fordwich Parks Board receives loan from township to kick start playground replacement project
Howick Township has partnered with a local volunteer group to replace the playground in Fordwich.
New policy sparks discussion on Howick employees including alcohol in expenses
The draft Employee Business Expense Policy presented to council on Sept. 19 included a clause that would prevent council members and staff from including alcohol in their expenses paid for by the township.
Kinsmen golf tourney raises $4,700
Based on the turnout and funds raised alone at the inaugural Kinsmen Charity Classic on Sept. 17, this one is a keeper.
Westfield Warriors curling team recognized by North Perth council
North Perth council honoured the 2023 Provincial Elementary School Curling champions from North Perth Westfield Elementary School with municipal medallions on Sept. 18. Members of the team include: Noah Schneider (skip), Brooke Schaefer (vice), Sofia Reinhardt (second), Reid Harwood (lead), and Clar
Cyclones help celebrate 50th anniversary season with win in home opener
The Listowel Cyclones kicked off their 2023-24 GOJHL regular season in fine style on Sept. 16, playing host to alumni festivities as part of the organization’s 50 years of junior hockey in the community.
New French Immersion program kicks off at St. Mary’s, Listowel
The Huron-Perth Catholic District School Board is excited to share that the new Grade 1 French Immersion (FI) program at St. Mary’s Catholic School in Listowel has officially launched this September.
Fire chief challenges North Perth to be ‘Saved by the Beep’
Fire Chief Janny Pape is calling on all residents of North Perth to test their smoke alarms on Sept. 28 as part of Test Your Smoke Alarm Day. Be prepared to be ‘Saved by the Beep’ with a working smoke alarm – it is your best chance to keep you and your family safe in the event of a fire.
Perth County council approves request to hire additional planning staff
The county’s planning department has requested council’s blessing to hire an additional permanent, full-time planner to help with the increased workload.
