During a discussion of vaccine policy for Perth County paramedics on Sept. 2, concerns were raised over other county vaccine policies that might arise when vaccine passports are introduced on Sept. 22.
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As ridership on PC Connect increases, drivers are seeing familiar faces beneath the masks
With the gradual decrease in pandemic restrictions, decreased rider hesitancy and increased customer awareness and marketing efforts, PC Connect ridership has resumed a positive growth trend.
The rise of the Tavistock Milling Company
The first commercial mill in Tavistock was erected in 1876 by Klein, Kalbfleisch and Poehlman. The property consisted of a four-storey white brick building that was 36 feet by 48 feet, plus a three-and-a-half storey frame addition, and a free-standing engine house. At the time, it was said to be one
Listowel It Takes A Village organizes ‘No Fixed Address’ Tour, Sept. 18
With the federal election less than two weeks away, Listowel It Takes A Village Director Andrea Charest felt that the timing was perfect to give local Perth-Wellington candidates the opportunity to see and hear from some of their most vulnerable constituents.
United Way announces North Perth campaign kickoff
September is here and United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) is proud to announce the North Perth Campaign Kick-off, sponsored by Ward & Uptigrove, happening Friday, Sept. 17.
Mayor Kasenberg unimpressed by investigation following inclusivity, anti-racism charter motion
Following an eight-month investigation period, Daria Peregoudova was on hand on Sept. 2 to present the findings regarding two complaints against Coun. Todd Kasenberg for allegedly contravening the Code of Conduct for members of council of the Corporation of the County of Perth.
Conners ties for 22nd at Tour Championship
Catching incoming Tour Championship stroke leader Patrick Cantlay proved to be a tall order for everyone in the 30-man field at East Lake Golf Club in Atlanta, Georgia last weekend.
Cyclones continue training camp, drop preseason opener to Rockets in shootout
It had been over 18 months since the Listowel Cyclones last faced off against an opponent in any facet of Greater Ontario Junior Hockey League (GOJHL) play, but the local Junior B squad finally got back to business in a preseason contest on Sept. 4.
‘Fritter Friday’ fundraiser a success
The Georgia Peach Foundation sold out all 900 of its delicious peach fritters (prepared by Life’s…
In photos – The Wicked Ride 2021
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Listowel Mosquito 11U WOBA2 squad in action
The Mosquito 11U WOBA2 squad was in action against St. Marys on Monday night, Aug. 23, at Kin Park…
$167K secured for improvements to North Perth Trail
During the Aug. 23 meeting of council, Jeff Newell, manager of facilities, reported that North Perth was successful in securing a grant through the province from the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP) COVID Stream Local Government Intake for improvements to the North Perth Trail Syste
Local youth volunteer time for community projects
While the pandemic may have limited the range of their volunteer efforts this year, a group of area youth were instead able to focus their attention and time to assist a number of local organizations in need of assistance with some projects on the go.
Music in the park
Local residents filled the Listowel Memorial Park Amphitheatre on Aug. 10 to hear renowned home-grown talent Sarah Pratt-Parsamian fill the evening air with classical music on her violin. The event was hosted by the Listowel BIA, and raised approximately $1,000 for the local food bank.
1860: Canada’s first Royal Tour makes stops in Perth County
The first Royal Tour of Canada and the United States took place in the summer and fall of 1860. Albert Edward, Prince of Wales, later King Edward VII, visited Perth County as part of his tour of Canada. He was born at Buckingham Palace on Nov. 9, 1841, and hadn’t yet turned 19 when he was sent on a
