The 2023 council meeting schedule was approved by the Municipality of North Perth at its Dec. 5 meeting.
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Municipalities, conservation authorities concerned about Bill 23
The recent announcement by the Ontario government to introduce Bill 23, despite many municipalities voicing their opposition, has created a backlash from local politicians, CAOs and conservation authorities.
Perth County to send letter regarding CN Rail Drainage Act
At the Dec. 1 inaugural meeting of Perth County council, members voted in favour of sending a letter of concern in regards to the CN Rail Drainage Act to the local MP and MPP, and the Minister of Agriculture, as per the request of Coun. Hugh McDermid.
Over $4M in surplus for Avon Maitland District School Board from 2021-22 fiscal year
A report from the Audit Committee of the Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) revealed the board had a surplus of $4,317,936.
Perth County to replace two ambulances
On Dec. 1, Perth County council voted in favour of receiving the updated report “Paramedic Services 2023 Ambulance Vehicle Replacement.”
North Perth Fire Department hosts annual food, toy drive
The North Perth Fire Department was present at the Listowel Canadian Tire, Zehrs and Wal-Mart locations on Dec. 3, collecting toys and food for its annual fundraiser to benefit the Listowel branch of Salvation Army Family Services. Donations will continue to be accepted at the Listowel station on Wa
Residents ‘komt allen tesamen’ on Dec. 3
Many local residents did indeed ‘komt allen tesamen’ (all come together) for the singing and history of traditional Dutch Christmas carols at the Knox Presbyterian Church in Listowel on Saturday, Dec. 3.
Fifty Archives Treasures: The Stratford medallions in honour of Shakespeare
This is the 47th week in a series of articles celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Stratford-Perth Archives. This week’s treasures are three medallions commissioned by the City of Stratford to celebrate the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare’s birth. The accompanying examples were transferred to St
Salvation Army concert marks return, Dec. 11
The Listowel Salvation Army brass band is ready to get down to brass tacks after three longs years that prevented the outfit from performing its annual Christmas concert live.
Gray family donates $610K to Listowel Memorial Hospital Foundation
On Nov. 30, Bill and Lynne Gray presented a cheque for $610,000 to the Listowel Memorial Hospital Foundation (LMHF) to aid in the expansion and renovation needed at the Fisher Family Primary Care Centre in Listowel.
IN PHOTOS: 2022 Monkton Santa Claus Parade
MONKTON – The annual Monkton Christmas parade was well attended and featured a variety of…
Ehgoetz elected as Perth County warden
At the inaugural Dec. 1 meeting of Perth County council, a new warden was appointed for the coming term.
Gorrie Splah Pad construction underway
Construction on the new splash pad at the Howick Optimist Pool in Gorrie has commenced, as pictured on Nov. 30.
North Perth man victim of extortion after sending ‘explicit photo’ to woman he met online
Police are reminding residents of the dangers of engaging in online chats following an incident in North Perth that saw a local man become the victim of extortion.
Local health partners asking residents to help ‘remove pressure’ from health care system
A group of local health and social service partners is asking residents to “work together” to help local hospitals reduce emergency department visits during the cold and flu season.
