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PC Connect launches new library bus passes

Midwestern Newspapers June 8, 2023Independent Plus, Listowel Banner, Local News, News

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

Midwestern Newspapers June 8, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

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

Melissa Dunphy June 8, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

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

Submitted June 8, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News

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

Melissa Dunphy June 8, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

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

Dan McNee June 8, 2023Listowel Banner, Sports

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

Dan McNee June 8, 2023Listowel Banner, Sports

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

Submitted June 8, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

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.

Atwood firefighters feed hundreds at breakfast

Dan McNee June 8, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News

Atwood and the surrounding community once again turned out in droves for the Atwood station of the North Perth Fire Department’s annual breakfast on June 4.

New building inspector appointed for North Perth

Melissa Dunphy June 8, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

At its June 5 meeting, North Perth council enacted a bylaw to appoint a building inspector, zoning administrator, bylaw enforcement officer, property standards officer, plumbing inspector and sewage system inspector.

North Perth submits RFP for EarlyON programs, services

Melissa Dunphy June 8, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

At its June 5 meeting, North Perth council heard a presentation from the municipality’s Manager of Programs, Amy Gangl, surrounding the City of Stratford’s request for proposals (RFPs) sent out on May 26. The City of Stratford published RFPs to “provide the mandatory core services for the EarlyON pr

Bylaw exemption given to Listowel Agricultural Fair

Melissa Dunphy June 8, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

With the annual Listowel Agricultural Fair just around the corner, a letter of correspondence was sent by the President of the Listowel Agricultural Society, Elizabeth Johnston, to the Municipality of North Perth.

Pools, splash pad to open June 12

Melissa Dunphy June 8, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

With summer just around the corner, it’s time to get the swimsuits on and the sunscreen slathered as North Perth aquatic facilities are set to open next week.

Art Hunt 2.0 set for June 24

Dan McNee June 8, 2023Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Following the success of the inaugural Art Hunt last year in Listowel and the surrounding area, the second edition is now ready to go later this month. And the ‘finders keepers’ rule is still very much in effect.

Ground officially broken on future Perth East All Wheels Park

Submitted June 8, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Perth East is all set to build its first All Wheels Park. 

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“Erie Belle” blows up off Kincardine

KINCARDINE - On Nov. 21, 1883 the “Erie Belle” was destroyed in a boiler explosion two miles south of Kincardine.

McGugan briefs Huron County Council on amalgamation pitfalls

GODERICH – “The bottom line is that we expect this amalgamation to be more costly for the…

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Waterloo Ravens host preseason game in Listowel

LISTOWEL - The U22 AA Waterloo Ravens hosted a preseason game against the Barrie Jr. Sharks on Aug. 30 at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex in Listowel.

Maitland Conservation maintains its stance against the makeup of the new regional area, seeking explanation of methodology from the province

WROXETER – The province previously announced the borders of the newly-established regional conservation authorities; however, it announced the number of members that will make up the boards governing these new locations more recently on July 29.

See all Listowel area articles.

New ATV trail opens the door to off-road adventure

TEESWATER - After a year of construction and about $65,000 in upgrades, the Huron Shores ATV Club has officially opened the new Sideroad 30 multi-use trail, creating a legal route for off-road vehicles.

Student entrepreneurs wrap up summer of business with a barbeque

HANOVER – Thirty-five students from across the Saugeen Connects region wrapped up a summer of running their own businesses with a community barbecue and marketplace.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Summer of music comes to an end

WALKERTON - Aug. 29 and 30 marked the end of this summer’s Music in the Park, with an open mic event on Saturday at Market Garden Park.

Pedestrian safety issues considered

WALKERTON – Coun. Greg McLean put forward a motion calling for Scott Street to become a pedestrian priority area; Deputy Mayor Kym Hutcheon seconded the motion.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Fall Farm Frolic open doors to explore Huron County farms, food and arts

This free, self-guided event will open the gates at seven farms and agricultural businesses across Huron County.

MRI machine at Goderich will bring health, economic benefits for community

At their Aug. 12 meeting, Huron County council heard from representatives of the Magnetic Moments Capital Campaign, promoting continued commitment to fundraise for MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) services in Huron County. 

See all Wingham area articles.

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The price of staying alive

I was six years old when I got my first insulin pump – a year after I was diagnosed with Type 1…

Still reaching for that flag

Unlike minor hockey, when it comes to international economics, when you’ve got them on the ropes, you have to keep hitting. And Prime Minister Mark Carney seems intent on doing that. 

Learning from Ignatieff, Pierre’s son, ‘Titanic’

“If this is the direction the rats are going, that’s good enough for me.”

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AI and other false promises

By Denny Scott

AI is being sold as a panacea – or a one-cure-fixes-all medicine, if you prefer, when it’s not even AI. AI is being sold as a panacea – or a one-cure-fixes-all medicine, if you prefer, when it’s not even AI. Much like the hoverboards that came out a few years back that were, at best, pale imitation

Fall Farm Frolic open doors to explore Huron County farms, food and arts

By Submitted

This free, self-guided event will open the gates at seven farms and agricultural businesses across Huron County.

MRI machine at Goderich will bring health, economic benefits for community

By Rachel Hammermueller

At their Aug. 12 meeting, Huron County council heard from representatives of the Magnetic Moments Capital Campaign, promoting continued commitment to fundraise for MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) services in Huron County. 

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