The North Perth Fire Department will be hosting its annual Listowel station’s Firefighter’s Breakfast at the Listowel Agricultural Hall on Sunday, May 28 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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McHappy Day brings smiles to Listowel McDonald’s
The McDonald’s in Listowel did a whole lot of good on May 10, as the franchise hosted its annual McHappy Day. The fundraising day continues to provide Ronald McDonald House Charities Southwestern Ontario with the funds needed to support their facilities in London and Windsor, which serve thousands o
Rothwell gives notice of OBOA motion
A notice of motion was brought forth at the North Perth council meeting on May 15. The draft text of a motion, proposed by Coun. Allan Rothwell, was on the agenda for the meeting but will not be considered and discussed fully until council’s next meeting on June 5.
Listowel Scouts Group explore Maple Keys Sugar Bush
On Saturday, May 6, the 2nd Listowel Scouts Group enjoyed the morning exploring the Maple Keys Sugar Bush. The Scouts demonstrated knife safety while in the bush, and also gained practical experience on safe fire-building practices, as well as enjoying roasting hotdogs over an open fire.
Homelessness bylaws discussed during delegation to NP council
At its May 8 council meeting, North Perth council heard a delegation from Kyle Girodat of Listowel. Girodat took the podium to address council on his concerns regarding homelessness in the town and bylaw enforcement.
OPP warn of packages containing lethal substance
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is warning the public about packages – containing a potentially lethal substance – that may have been sent to individuals at risk of self-harm in communities across Ontario.
Kurz sets sights on fairgrounds track for upcoming feat of strength, May 22
Chris Kurz is keeping this one pretty close to the chest. The Listowel fundraising legend is at least sharing the date and location of his upcoming feat of strength, which will take place at the Listowel Agricultural Fairgrounds track on Monday, May 22. The eighth community fundraiser he has taken o
Chi Cheemaun pays tribute to man who named her in annual tradition
A hush came over the people gathered on the shore of Georgian Bay as The Chi Cheemaun rounded the corner and turned to begin its journey past the Cape Croker Lighthouse, where family and friends gather each year to witness an annual tradition that honours the man who named the famous ferry.
(Un)Serious People
A couple months ago I got sucked into HBO’s show Succession, a show currently nearing the end of its fourth and final season. The show, allegedly based on Rupert Murdoch (owner of a media empire), features the influential Fox News and the complex relationships he has with his children. Intergenerati
LDSS seniors prevail in horrible early-season soccer conditions
The LDSS senior soccer teams are unlikely to forget May 2 anytime soon.
Three LDSS seniors finish in top five at WOSSAA badminton
Listowel District Secondary School sent seven senior players to the 2023 Western Ontario Secondary Schools Athletic Association (WOSSAA) badminton championships on May 4, with three returning home with a top-five placing.
Conners picks up top-10 finish at Wells Fargo Championship
Corey Conners picked up his second top-10 finish of the 2022-23 PGA Tour season after he tied for eighth at the Wells Fargo Championship at Quail Hollow Club in Charlotte, North Carolina last weekend.
Kinettes’ Ladies Night back to full-scale event
Lots of fun was had at this year’s Ladies Night, presented by the Kinette Club of Listowel on May 5 at the Listowel Agricultural Hall.
Listowel Junior Cyclones annual team awards banquet
NORTH PERTH – The Listowel Junior Cyclones held their annual team awards banquet last weekend,…
DEI Advisory Committee appointments approved at council
At its May 8 meeting, North Perth council approved the community member appointments who were selected to be a part of the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Advisory Committee for the municipality.
