This is the eighth of a continuing series of articles celebrating the 50th anniversary of Stratford-Perth Archives and its treasures. This week’s treasure is the minute book of the Listowel Club. It ends with the Oct. 26, 1914 meeting, though there is evidence that the Club existed at least until
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Province to lift mask mandate in schools, most settings on March 21
Masks no longer required in schools, most public settings beginning March 21
Howick receives grant for walking trails
HOWICK – Walking trails are coming to the tri-villages in Howick Township. In a report to council…
Fatal house fire under investigation near Fordwich
A fatal house fire that took place on Fordwich Line last night remains under investigation.
Person charged with shoplifting in Listowel
Another person has been charged for theft after they were caught shoplifting at a local business.
Driver charged for speeding in school zone
The Perth County Ontario Provincial Police has charged a Kitchener driver after they were speeding more than 55km/h over the limit in a posted school zone in the Municipality of North Perth.
Two charged with obstructing peace officer following Feb. 15 incident
Two people were charged with obstructing a peace officer after a minor collision in North Perth.
Petrolia eliminates Milverton from Senior ‘A’ postseason
The Milverton Four Wheel Drives were in tough against the top seed of the WOAA Senior ‘A’ championship bracket, with the Petrolia Squires advancing to the league final following a series sweep last weekend.
Central Perth U11 LL hosts Goderich
The Central Perth U11 LL Predators were in action against Goderich on Feb. 24 at the Elma-Logan Recreation Complex in Monkton on Feb. 24. Goderich prevailed in a 6-0 shutout victory.
Cyclones’ winning streak snapped at four games
Arriving in Brantford on Saturday night riding a four-game winning streak, the Listowel Junior Cyclones were unable to take advantage of the last-place Bandits, falling 4-1.
Council discusses Perth County Federation of Agriculture letter
Council briefly discussed a letter from the Perth County Federation of Agriculture (PCFA), addressed to Perth County council, regarding county budget.
HPPH provides update on Omicron wave, local vaccination opportunities
The COVID-19 Omicron wave continues to move through Huron-Perth, along with the rest of Ontario. The number of new infections, percent positivity of tests, hospitalizations, and outbreaks are declining.
North Perth to award discount to arena advertisers
Council has once again approved a discount for those who advertised in North Perth’s arenas.
Council denies North Huron’s request for rec facilities funds
North Perth council was unanimous in its decision regarding a request from the Township of North Huron for funding to assist with recreation facilities costs.
Avon Maitland board awards contract for new playground equipment at Elma school
Students at Elma Township Public School are one step closer to enjoying new playground equipment on the school grounds.
