A group of local children got the opportunity to learn from some of the municipality’s best last week during the inaugural North Perth Junior Firefighter Camp.
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Fifty Archives Treasures: The desk of John Davis Barnett and his extensive book collection
One tends to think of Stratford’s history as a “railway town” as distinct from the city’s current fame as a cultural centre based around the Shakespearean Festival.
Turnbacks
Ten Years Ago Listowel resident and Korean War veteran Jeston ‘Bud’ Brennan was awarded the…
Survey for North Perth’s transportation master plan extended
North Perth is extending the survey for their transportation master plan (TMP) changes to July 26. Additionally, the municipality hosted a second public meeting regarding the plan on July 12, so that residents that missed the first meeting on June 15 could attend, raise concerns, or ask questions.
North Perth Council Briefs: EV Charging Station Strategy, OP application submitted, closed session meeting pushed again
At the July 18 North Perth council meeting, council discussed an EV charging station strategy jointly undertaken by a number of counties, a late application on a proposed mixed use development, and a closed session meeting pushed back.
Hayleigh Royce crowned 2022-23 Listowel Fair Ambassador
Following a tight competition on July 14 featuring a field of three worthy contestants, only one could be declared the 2022-23 Listowel Agricultural Fair Ambassador. And that ambassador is Hayleigh Royce.
IN PHOTOS: Record-breaking numbers at 166th Listowel Fair
After a long wait, the 166th Listowel Agricultural Fair finally kicked off without a hitch. Elizabeth Johnston, president of the Listowel Agricultural Society, says that despite a rocky few years, in which a full fair had to be postponed, the fair was extremely successful.
Nearby residents concerned over fire behind Erie Meats
After a fire behind Erie Meats was successfully contained and extinguished, resulting in only a few burnt trees, nearby residents are expressing concern over safety – and it isn’t the first time.
Howick Cruise Night honours two beloved local residents
The Howick Community Centre parking lot was beyond packed with car enthusiasts showing off their prized possessions. The Cruise Night on July 8 put on by the Huron County Cruisers was in memory of two members who passed recently – Marion Feldskov and Bonnie Whitehead. The event drew well over 200 ve
Local unemployment rate jumps to four per cent in June
The Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region holds the second lowest unemployment rate in Ontario, despite a 0.4 percentage point increase last month.
Wroxeter driver charged in collision between ag sprayer, passenger vehicle
One person has been charged after a collision yesterday between a vehicle and a large piece of farm equipment.
Open air fire ban issued for Perth County
Effective at midnight tonight (July 15), all open air fires are prohibited anywhere in Perth County, including the Town of St. Marys.
OFA Viewpoint: Enjoy Ontario’s vibrant summer scenery – from a distance
Ontario boasts a picturesque landscape with a wide range of elements from rolling hills and waterfronts to diverse croplands, endless horizons, and everything in between. Especially in the summer season, it is easier for us to get out and enjoy everything the outdoors has to offer. There are plenty
Province expanding fourth COVID-19 vaccine dose eligibility
Ontario’s top doctor Kieran Moore appeared on July 13 for his first scheduled public COVID-19 briefing since April to announce expanded fourth dose COVID-19 vaccine eligibility.
Goat yoga at Between the Lines
Denver B. led a session of goat yoga at Between The Lines Sports Campus in Listowel on July 9. Pictured is one of the goats interrupting Alyssa Lidow’s pose
