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North Perth implementing proof of vaccination for all municipal rec facilities, meeting spaces
The Municipality of North Perth announced on Thursday that it will require proof of vaccination for all patrons of municipally-operated recreation facilities and meeting places in compliance with the Government of Ontario’s forthcoming mandate that comes into effect on Sept. 22, 2021.
United Way Perth-Huron re-launches Youth in Action Grants initiative
After a year away, United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) is re-launching its Youth in Action Grants initiative for 14–25 year olds who have ideas to address youth issues in Perth and/or Huron County.
100.1 FM The Ranch celebrates first anniversary
The Ranch 100.1 FM marked one year in the community by hosting an anniversary celebration on Sept.…
Regional unemployment increases slightly in August
PERTH COUNTY – The region’s unemployment rate remains the lowest in Ontario. The Four County…
Cyclones continue preseason play with weekend split
Two days removed from seeing a third-period lead squandered and an overtime loss against the Strathroy Rockets, the Listowel Cyclones flipped the script with a comeback victory of their own on Sunday in Elmira.
Velma Sothern compiles ‘Banner Recipes’ cookbook to fundraise for Howick Fair
“Crumbs of Comfort” is the second cookbook Velma Sothern has compiled. It’s a collection of recipes that appeared in the Listowel Banner in the 1930s and it’s a fundraiser for the Howick-Turnberry Fall Fair.
Village volunteer assembles care kits for local clients
Having volunteered at It Takes A Village during high school and again later during the pandemic, Hiruthika Ravi saw firsthand how some local people were struggling and decided to take things a step further.
Listowel Terry Fox Run to be conducted virtually
For the second straight year, the Listowel Terry Fox Run will be conducted virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Multicultural Association encourages region to help Afghan refugees displaced by return of Taliban rule
The Multicultural Association of Perth-Huron (MAPH) held a press conference on Sept. 6 to raise awareness of refugee sponsorship in light of the Taliban’s return to power in Afghanistan.
North Perth resident charged in Centre Wellington break-in
A North Perth resident is among those charged in relation to a break and enter at an abandoned residence in Centre Wellington that took place earlier this month.
Truth and Reconciliation calls to action on education continued
The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) provides regular updates on the progress of the Truth and Reconciliation (TRC) calls to action (CTA), keeping tabs on governments, educational and religious institutions, civil society groups, and all Canadians for full and meaningful implementation on all of the
Ontario reinstating renewal requirements for licences, stickers, health cards
The Ontario government is reinstating renewal requirements for driver’s licences, licence plate stickers, Ontario photo cards, Ontario health cards, and other products that would have expired on or after March 1, 2020, but were extended to provide immediate relief to Ontarians during the COVID-19 pa
Local companies turn recycled plastic into new products
MIDWESTERN ONTARIO – Over the course of the last year, four southwestern Ontario clean technology…
Safety Council to launch vaccine education, awareness program
In the continuing fight against COVID-19, clear, trustworthy, and well-researched information is crucial in ensuring informed decision-making. As Canada continues its fight against misinformation and vaccine hesitancy in attempts to increase nationwide vaccination rates, the Canada Safety Council is
