“It was just the biggest freak accident. I still don’t really know what went down, because we weren’t there. Shelby was with him but said the snow was kicked up when he was in front of her. Then he just vanished.”
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Inaugural ‘Tastes of the World in North Perth’ a success
The Listowel Agricultural Society hosted its inaugural ‘Tastes of the World in North Perth’ on Sunday, April 23 at the Agricultural Hall, which featured 11 different countries offering a variety of multicultural culinary delights. The event also offered attendees the opportunity to learn about diffe
Milverton Lions break ground on Knollcrest Courtyard project
The Milverton Lions Club has broken ground on a project more than three years in the making.
$2.248M contract awarded for Elma Street West reconstruction
Council has awarded the contract for the reconstruction of a portion of Elma Street West in Listowel.
Vince Judge named Citizen of the Year
The council of the Municipality of North Perth marked the return of Volunteer Appreciation Night on Tuesday, April 18 for the first time since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. The event at the Elma Memorial Community Centre in Atwood saw a great turnout from the community.
Maitland Conservation tree and shrub orders arrive
Maitland Conservation (MC) Stewardship Services received nearly 25,000 trees, shrubs, and seedlings at its location on Marietta Street in Wroxeter on April 20, just in time for Earth Day tree planting events on April 22.
Maitland Conservation board identifies projects, activities to learn more about in 2023
Every year, the Maitland Conservation (MC) board members choose projects and activities that MC is engaging in so they can learn more about this work. The information sessions can be incorporated into a regular meeting, or a tour could be organized before a regular meeting.
North Perth begins water metre upgrade project
The Municipality of North Perth will begin installing new water metres as part of a major upgrade project on April 24.
Listowel Minor Hockey hosts 2022-23 awards
Listowel Minor Hockey Association’s 2022-23 awards banquet was held on April 14 at Parkview Gardens, with the organization recognizing its outstanding performers from the past season.
Perth County 4-H holds recognition banquet in Listowel
The Perth County 4-H Association recently held its volunteer and sponsor recognition banquet along with the annual general meeting at the Listowel Agricultural Hall.
U15 Upper Maitland Mustangs cap successful season
The U15 WOAA year-end tournament was held at the Howick Community Centre from March 31-April 2. The Upper Maitland Mustangs U15 team played against the TCDMHA Rebels in the final game, dropping a hard-fought 2-1 decision in overtime. The team also participated in the OWHA provincial championship tou
U9 Upper Maitland Mustangs win year-end tournament
The U9 Upper Maitland Mustangs placed first in their year-end tournament, going undefeated all weekend on the March 25-26 weekend in Ripley. Pictured, back row from left: Head coach Jeff Keil, Tim Bridge, Brad Bakker, Curtis Ritchie. Middle row: Eilidh Johnson, Ayla Snider, Kory Fletcher, Sabrina Ke
The Wig Room: Knox Presbyterian’s Cancer Care Mission
The Knox Presbyterian Church in Stratford is doing a whole lot of good to aid those in need – in need of a nice wig, that is.
Early season round at LGC
Terry Wick and Kevin Sholdice were able to take advantage of the glorious weather last week to get in an early season round at the Listowel Golf Club on April 13.
Kin Cares Youth Group to host carnival on April 29
The Kin Family’s newest facet, Kin Cares Youth Group, will be hosting their biggest event yet; a fun carnival for the whole family to enjoy!
