Since the mid-1860s, cheese making in Perth County had been on the rise and quickly became a popular trade. It is reported in the 1871 census that there were 13 cheese factories in Perth County. By the 1881 census, the number had risen to 30.
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Perth Paramedic Services provide budget update at county council
At its Jan. 12 meeting, Perth County council discussed a report provided by the Municipal Shared Services Committee (MSSC) with their update on the financial impact of 2022, and highlights for business activities in the coming year.
North Perth Seed Bank hopes to promote growing locally
With the steady rise of food costs making it harder to feed families, one North Perth resident began an initiative to help people with this growing issue.
North Perth council receives post-election report
Clerk and Legislative Services Supervisor, Lindsay Cline, presented a report to North Perth council on Jan. 16, detailing the post-election report surrounding the 2022 municipal and school board election, which was held on Monday, Oct. 24.
‘They are truly a remarkable group of boys’
Following a successful bottle drive earlier this month, parents and coaches of the Listowel U13 LL1 Cyclones left it up to the boys for what they wanted to do with the money.
Listowel Hockey Days set for this weekend
The Steve Kerr Memorial Complex is typically a busy spot on any given weekend throughout the winter months, but the minor hockey action will be unprecedented on Jan. 28-29.
‘Guns and Hoses’ charity hockey game scheduled for Jan. 29 in Milverton
The Perth County OPP and members of Perth County fire departments will hit the ice later this month for a charity hockey game.
Subdued finish to 2022 for North Perth real estate sales
Home sales across the region slowed in the latter half of 2022, and the North Perth market was no exception.
Kin Cares Youth Group hosting movie night, Jan. 21
The Kin Cares Youth Group is hosting an event this weekend for students in grades 4-9.
Listowel Knights of Columbus make donation to local school
The Listowel Knights of Columbus hosted its annual Costs of Kids event before the holiday break. Each year, the Knights of Columbus organization has hundreds of thousands of kids’ coats manufactured, and then individual councils can purchase/fundraise for these coats which are then donated to local
IN PHOTOS: Central Perth Minor Hockey Fundays
On Saturday, Jan. 14, the Central Perth Predators held their Minor Hockey Fundays and Breakfast at the Elma-Logan Recreation Complex in Monkton. The event saw many teams compete against each other in a fun and friendly tournament. There was great support from the community, as attendance was high an
LDSS girls’ volleyball squad hosts pair of games, Jan. 10
The Listowel District Secondary School girls’ volleyball teams hosted a pair of opponents on Jan. 10 in Huron-Perth Athletics action.
38th annual Wallace Fun Days enjoys successful running
The 38th annual Bruce Williams Memorial Wallace Fun Days Jamboree took place this past weekend at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex.
Junior Cyclones honour veterans, Jan. 13
The Listowel Junior Cyclones hosted a Veteran’s Night during their home game on Jan. 13 at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex.
Cyclones snap five-game skid with lopsided win over Bandits
Sometimes a date with the league’s last-place team is just what the doctor ordered to get back on track.
