North Perth is not the only municipality facing a current and future problem in affordable housing, but its exponential growth recently is exasperating the issue. As Kim Kowch, economic development officer for North Perth said, the municipality has grown much more than expected.
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Fifty Archives Treasures: The historical bounty of tax records
This is the 11th of the continuing series of articles celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Stratford-Perth Archives and its treasures. This week’s treasure is believed to be the oldest municipal government record in the Archives’ collections.
AMDSB looking for public’s opinion on proposed changes to school boundaries
The Avon Maitland District School Board is looking at its schools’ borders and they want your input.
Mike Givens makes the move to Perth East
The Township of Perth East has its new Chief Administrative Officer.
Corey Conners takes third at WGC Match Play
Corey Conners kept up his solid play of late on the PGA Tour, finishing third at the World Golf Championships-Dell Technologies Match Play on March 27 in Austin, Texas.
Listowel Memorial Hospital COVID outbreak declared over
The COVID-19 outbreak initially announced at Listowel Memorial Hospital (LMH) on March 12 has been declared over.
Kinsmen announce winner of $25K Paddyfest 2022 Pot O’ Gold Lottery
Paddyfest 2022 Pot O’ Gold Lottery grand prize winners Jim and Mary Murr were recently presented with their $25,000 in winnings. Also pictured is their daughter, Jenn O’Grady, who sold them the winning ticket, and Paddyfest lottery co-chair, Matt Hutchison.
VON looks to bolster Meals on Wheels volunteer numbers
There’s little question that the senior population felt the most effects of the COVID-19 pandemic over the last two years. Aspects of social isolation and food insecurity were and continue to be top of mind.
North Perth sticking to ‘tried and true’ voting methods
As North Perth’s next election is around the corner, the municipality has looked into changing voting methods. Despite most residents listing online voting as their preferred method, the municipality is opting to stick with pen, paper, and vote tabulators.
Opportunity knocks
Brothers Christian and Sebastian Giesbrecht enjoyed the unexpected return to winter at the Listowel Memorial Park amphitheatre on March 28. It may be the last snow for a while in the area, with warmer weather forecasted on the horizon.
Committee members appointed to represent Maitland Conservation
Maitland Conservation (MC) appointed its 2022 board representatives to the various committees requiring representation during March’s regular board meeting.
Maitland Conservation approves budget, work plan
The 2022-23 annual budget for Maitland Conservation (MC) was among the items on the agenda at the first regular board meeting chaired by North Perth councillor Matt Duncan.
Howick hires new bylaw enforcement officer
Riley Brugess is Howick’s new bylaw enforcement/canine control officer.
Howick council changes their mind on recreational fire permits
Two councillors proposed to reconsider the requirement of annual permits for recreational fires within the Township of Howick at the March 15 council meeting.
Howick passes 2022 budget with 2.6 per cent increase
On March 15, Howick council approved a municipal tax rate increase of 2.6 per cent.
