For the second straight year, the cumulative effort of local farmers, businesses and private donators came through in fine style for area elementary school milk programs.
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Eastdale Public School’s KC class puts on show for parents
Eastdale Public School’s KC class put on a special show for parents and family members on June 23, presenting a number of songs as part of its Teddy Bear Picnic. Graduating senior kindergarten students also received their diplomas as part of their transition to Grade 1 next year.
Sixth episode of Century Farm Show released on June 30
The Century Farm Show is a docu-series created by Huron Perth Junior Farmers in partnership with the Huron Heritage Fund, Lake Affect Media and The Staysh.
Garden Tractor Pull kicks off Listowel Fair events
The Listowel Agricultural Society helped to kick off the 166th edition of the Listowel fair a little early this year with a garden tractor pull on Saturday, June 25 at the fairgrounds. The 2022 Listowel Agricultural Fair returns to a more traditional format this time around and runs July 14-17.
It Takes A Village receives donation from Tanner Steffler Foundation, Youth Advisory Council
Listowel’s It Takes A Village has received a donation from a local organization dedicated to mental health resources for youth in Huron and Perth counties.
Tenet Security arrives in North Perth for bylaw enforcement service trial
As of June 20, Tenet Security has been contracted to enhance bylaw enforcement in North Perth.
Local Humane Society expands Pet Pantry program to Listowel
When a family or individual experiences a financial crisis, it’s sometimes easy to forget that their pets are also affected.
Comancheros Show n’ Shine marks return on July 10
The Comancheros Car Club of Listowel never got a crack at its 40th annual Show n’ Shine event in 2020. Ditto for 2021.
Huron-Perth WI marks 125th anniversary of organization
It’s not everyday that an organization has the opportunity to mark a milestone of 125 years of service to its community.
PC Connect offering free rides, July 4-9
To celebrate summer, PC Connect Transit Service will be offering free rides during the first full week of July.
Brenneman Funeral Home holds final tree planting event in Atwood
Brenneman Funeral Home held its final annual tree-planting ceremony at the Elma Memorial Community Centre on Jun. 26, just days before Jim and Judy Brenneman retire.
Fifty Archives Treasures: 1939 Royal Visit brings monarchy close to home
After 50 years of operation, Stratford-Perth Archives houses an ever-growing collection of material…
Latest Kurz fundraiser allocates proceeds towards school nutrition programs
“It’s always available to any kid, no matter what. It’s not an economic thing, it’s not a parent thing – it’s a person issue. Everyone has moments where they’re hungrier or rushing; we take away the stigma and make sure it’s universal.”
IN PHOTOS: Monkton’s 165th Homecoming Weekend Celebration
The village of Monkton hosted its 165th Homecoming Weekend from June 24-26, 2022.
North Perth Westfield Elementary School launches fundraising efforts for new playground equipment
North Perth Westfield Elementary School’s (NPWES) student population is on the rise, and with that growth comes the need for new and upgraded playground amenities.
