The province released the final, new Provincial Planning Statement (PPS) back on Aug. 20, and it took effect on Oct. 20. This is to replace the PPS which came into effect May 1, 2020.
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Catholic school board appoints new director of education
The Huron-Perth Catholic District School Board recently announced that Karen Tigani has been appointed as its director of education, effective February 24, 2025.
Fordwich holds Remembrance Day Ceremony
A service of Remembrance was held at the Cenotaph in Fordwich on Nov. 10.
Trump transgressions ignored
I’d like to write a column explaining how Americans made such a counter intuitive choice for…
Listowel Christmas Market held at Between The Lines
The Listowel Christmas Market brought holiday cheer to a dark and stormy Nov. 10 – with crowds of people mingling and shopping at Between The Lines.
Survey of local immigration population shines light on lack of Perth County services, federal funding
A survey of the region indicates that immigrants make up 11 per cent of North Perth’s population, yet Perth County does not have a local immigration network and was recently denied funding to create such a service.
Listowel Turnbacks, Nov. 14, 2024
TEN YEARS AGO 2014 – One North Perth councillor, Warren Howard, had his doubts about the results…
Listowel Remembrance Day Service brings North Perth residents together
Local residents gathered at the Cenotaph in Listowel for a Remembrance Day service on Nov. 11.
Listowel Agricultural Society Huron County Food Bank receive FCC AgriSpirit funds
Farm Credit Canada (FCC) is giving $1.5 million through its FCC AgriSpirit Fund to 82 community groups across Canada to support rural capital projects, one of which is going to the Listowel Agricultural Society, and another towards the Huron County Food Bank Distribution Centre Inc.
Time to turn our attention to Canadian elections
The American presidential election is over, and a lot of Canadians are still reeling in shock.…
Howick to receive $193,502 through OCIF
The Township of Howick will receive $193,502 in provincial funding to help with renewal and rehabilitation of critical infrastructure.
Wilderness program at Listowel Library
The Listowel Public Library hosted a Wilderness Skills and Foraging Fun program for area youngsters on Oct. 26.
North Perth Passes Motion Supporting “Solve the Crisis” Campaign
The council of the Municipality of North Perth “demonstrated its commitment to tackling the growing mental health, addictions, and homelessness crisis” by passing a motion at the regular council meeting on Oct. 21 states a press release from the municipality.
Human trafficking information night sheds light on understanding and identifying local issue
Perth County OPP hosted a human trafficking information night at Mitchell District High School on Oct. 29.
The First World War through the Bee’s lens
The Great War, spanning 1914-1918, may seem altogether an unrecognizable period, and in many ways this is true: the unimaginable events unfolding abroad is a glaring example. But as discovered through the ink of the newspaper, there are characteristics of community that have remained the same.
