The greyish skies over Gorrie did not darken the mood on Friday morning, as township staff and local dignitaries gathered to celebrate the official opening of the new splash pad and playground at the Howick Optimist Pool.
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New road crossing to be determined in Fordwich development
During the June 6 meeting, Howick council discussed an amendment to standard road crossing for Fordwich development. The report was presented by the township’s Operations Manager, Dean Nicholson.
Site plan control bylaw amendment in Howick
At their June 6 meeting, the council from Howick Township received a report recommending amendments to the site plan control bylaw due to impacts from Bill 23 and Bill 109. This was updated to due these recent provincial legislative changes that affect municipalities across Ontario.
Huron-Perth realtors report second-best May on record
The housing market showed no signs of cooling off last month, as the Huron Perth Association of REALTORS (HPAR) are reporting its second-best May on record.
Howick firefighter celebrates 35 years of service
It takes selflessness, sacrifice and a willingness to help to become a successful firefighter. It takes hard work and dedication day-in and day-out. Serving as a firefighter is an incredible feat, but serving humbly for 35 years? Exceptional. That’s why the celebration for Howick firefighter Kevin S
Police investigating crash between ATV, pick-up truck in North Perth
Police have closed a portion of Line 87 in North Perth to investigate a crash between an ATV and a pick-up truck.
North Perth resident charged with luring youth
Perth County OPP have laid charges in relation to a sexual offence investigation that occurred in the Municipality of North Perth.
PC Connect launches new library bus passes
Perth County residents can borrow a plethora of items from their local library, including PC Connect fare passes, beginning June 12.
Public health shares air quality statement for Huron-Perth
Earlier this week, Environment Canada and the Province of Ontario issued a special air quality statement for many regions in Ontario, including Huron-Perth.
Rothwell CBO motion passes unanimously
Councillor Allan Rothwell’s motion regarding building officials was brought to the North Perth council table again after a nearly three-week long break between meetings.
Community Living celebrates with #ITookABreak23
May was Community Living Month in Ontario, and on May 31, the organization celebrated with #ITookABreak23. Throughout the month of May, Community Living associations across the province celebrated Community Living Month. This month is a time to celebrate the rights, choices and inclusion for people
Monkton comms tower receives support in public consultation
The proposed telecommunications tower for Monkton was discussed at North Perth council’s June 5 meeting, where staff returned to council with the two comments they received during the consultation phase of the project.
Elma TPS hosts track and field meet
Elma Township Public School conducted its track and field day on May 31, holding all aspects of track events across multiple divisions.
Legionnaires, Hitmen play to entertaining draw
While it would have been interesting to see how things played out over another inning, no doubt both the Listowel Legionnaires and Hanover Hitmen were satisfied with the result of what was a closely-contested Midwestern Ontario Senior Baseball League tilt on June 2.
Listowel Baptist Church disperses garage sale funds
The Listowel Baptist Church’s garage sale on May 19-20 yielded almost $30,000, which was split four ways ($7,454.80) and given to local organizations in Listowel.
