When it comes to the skilled trades, there are literally limitless opportunities for students to take advantage of. And in a time when there are labour shortages of not only tradespeople but in every work sector across the board, the next generation coming up has never been more important to fill th
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North Perth council bids farewell to Behrns, Seiler
The Nov. 14 North Perth municipal council meeting was bittersweet for many, as it was the last council meeting for two long-time councillors, Julie Behrns and Terry Seiler.
New Listowel BIA coordinator talks job, creating relationships
As North Perth moves towards the post-pandemic era and its business community continues to evolve and grow in the face of unprecedented growth within its borders, a new face will be helping to lead one of the municipality’s most vital organizations.
Productive Ladies Day Out for H-P District, Nov. 3
The Huron Perth District held its ROSE program at the Listowel Agricultural Hall on Nov. 3 with 90 ladies in attendance.
North Perth resident raises concerns surrounding misconceptions with Canada Pension Plan
The Canadian Pension Plan is a sure thing, right? One local resident expresses concern that it may not be all it’s cracked up to be and brings to light some common misconceptions.
Fifty Archives Treasures: Perth Regiment and the Album of Sneek
After 50 years of operation, Stratford-Perth Archives houses an ever-growing collection that is carefully preserved and made accessible for researchers from around the world.
North Perth council remuneration to increase
An addendum to the Ward & Uptigrove’s Council Remuneration Options report that was reviewed at the previous council meeting on Nov. 7, was presented by Kelly Fraser, human resources team lead, at the North Perth council meeting at Nov. 14.
Smile!
Friends and local residents, Riley Cameron, 8, and twins Brett and Beckett Beirnes, 7, pose for a picture after playing in the leaves on Oct. 29 in Atwood near the Elma Memorial Community Centre.
Shop Merry Milverton features vendors, activities on Nov. 18
Uptown Milverton will be the place to be on Nov. 18, as the Milverton Business Association (MBA) will be presenting a myriad of holiday-themed shopping opportunities and activities through its Shop Merry Milverton initiative.
Atwood, Listowel Christmas parades set for next weekend
As seems to be the case every year, the holiday season has arrived in the blink of an eye.
IN PHOTOS: Listowel Remembrance Day 2022
The Nov. 11 Listowel Remembrance Day service saw a huge turnout from the public on Friday morning, as Royal Canadian Legion Branch 259, local dignitaries and special guests conducted the annual proceedings in honour of those who served our country and for those who paid the ultimate sacrifice in def
Price increase for Perth Meadows suites forthcoming in 2023
The council of the Municipality of North Perth approved an increase of 15 per cent to the purchase price of suite units at Perth Meadows effective Jan. 1, 2023 at its Nov. 14 council meeting.
Township of Howick’s cost of living report presented on Nov. 1
At the Nov. 1 meeting for the Township of Howick council, Treasurer Brenda Weishar presented a brief cost of living report for council’s review.
United Way Perth-Huron announces living wage increase
Living Wage Week in Ontario runs Nov. 14-18, and United Way Perth-Huron’s (UWPH) Social Research and Planning Council is announcing the new living wage of $20.70 an hour, up from $17.95 just one year ago.
Huron-Perth MOH encourages public to get COVID-19 booster, flu shot
At the Nov. 4 Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) Board of Health meeting, Medical Officer of Health (MOH), Dr. Miriam Klassen, presented her report to the board, which included updates on what HPPH is doing locally in response to the upcoming flu season and continuous COVID-19 pandemic.
