While the staff and residents of Knollcrest Lodge were named the Milverton Business Association’s (MBA) Citizens of the Year back in August, members of the long-term care facility were officially recognized for the honour last week with a plaque presentation and unveiling of some prominent signage.
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Guiding movement in Canada, Perth County
The Girl Guide movement began in 1909 when girls demanded to take part in a Boy Scout rally at the Crystal Palace in London, England. Lord Robert Baden-Powell was a British Army General who had written a series of articles on scouting based on his experiences and they were published in an English bo
Atwood Santa Claus Parade scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 11
The community of Atwood has a full slate of holiday activities planned for next weekend, including the return of its Santa Claus Parade in a traditional format.
North Perth Fire Department hosting toy drive
The North Perth Fire Department’s annual holiday toy drive is currently underway, with representatives accepting donations at the Listowel Canadian Tire and Wal-Mart locations on Nov. 27. Among those collecting gifts last Saturday was NPFD acting captain Jason Kregar (left) and recruit Aidan O’Keeff
Long-time Listowel Banner GM Bill Huether announces departure after 25 years in media
It would be a very rare occasion indeed if Bill Huether walked into a local restaurant, business, or even the pro shop of the Listowel Golf Club and not know 95 per cent of the people in the room. Perhaps even more rare, that he wouldn’t speak with every single one of them in some facet.
Elma TPS closed due to COVID outbreak
Elma Township Public School (ETPS), in conjunction with the Avon Maitland District School Board and Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH), has cancelled all in-person learning at the facility until at least Dec. 6 due to a COVID-19 outbreak.
Heartland Vet Services launches tenth annual pet food drive
The holiday season can be a time of financial stress in many households, and sometimes not every member of the family wakes up to find something under the tree.
North Perth council gets first look at 2022 operating budget
Councillors got their first look at the proposed 2022 operating budget on Nov. 24.
Santa pays visit to Howick
Santa Claus toured the Fordwich Village Nursing Home on Friday, Nov. 19.
Dig it out
Central Perth’s Kayley Hamilton (centre) looks to dig a puck out of the corner against two Saugeen Shores opponents during their Nov. 19 meeting at the Perth East Recreation Complex in Milverton as part of the Stratford Aces U13 Girls tournament. The Predators earned a 4-1 win over the Storm.
Cyclones pick up three points in weekend tilts
Meeting for the second time in a week, the Listowel Cyclones extracted a measure of revenge against the Ayr Centennials on Nov. 19, trumping the visitors 5-1 at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex.
Perth County Warden presents Sayegh, Bonsma with commendation
On Nov. 18, Perth County council took time to recognize a good-news story that symbolizes the work that paramedics do each day.
Council members suggest breaking precedent to relieve water customers
When council was contacted to consider a billing issue for a water and wastewater services customer on Nov. 15, a couple of councillors suggested that North Perth should break the precedent it has set of not offering relief to residents.
North Perth emergency crews busy during snowy Monday
North Perth emergency crews were kept busy on Monday, Nov. 22, as snowy and slippery conditions led to a number of traffic-related incidents throughout the area. Among them was a multi-vehicle collision (pictured) at the intersection of Wallace Avenue North and Elizabeth Street in Listowel, with pol
HOPE Links North Perth on track for launch this winter
While time frames and details are still coming together, the HOPE Links North Perth initiative remains on track for launch this winter.