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Perth County discusses roadside pollinators, joint accessibility appointments, Milverton subdivision
Aside from Coun. Daryl Herlick’s reprimand and SWIFT’s update, Perth County also presented a number of reports of interest at its most recent meeting.
From ‘89 to ‘22: North Perth’s new assistant chief settling into new job after 33 years in fire service
Thirty-three years ago, Dennis McEwen never would have thought he would be here. Being a firefighter was not something that he particularly aspired to be, after all. He entered the field on March 27, 1989, after being asked a few times to join the service.
North Perth resident charged after assaulting police officer
A North Perth resident has been arrested and charged following an altercation with police that ended with an officer being assaulted.
Two of five SWIFT fibre optic projects completed, one delayed
In February, Southwestern Integrated Fibre Technology Inc. (SWIFT) announced it has begun construction to bring fibre connections to 407 homes in Perth County. At the April 7 Perth County council meeting, SWIFT Executive Director Barry Field gave an update.
‘We are still living the war with them’
When Russian armed forces crossed the Ukrainian border in the early morning hours of Feb. 24, 2022, the majority of the global community immediately reacted, condemning President Vladimir Putin’s unprovoked invasion of a neighbouring sovereign nation.
Conners posts third consecutive top-10 finish at The Masters
While the end result didn’t see him slipping on that coveted green jacket on Sunday, Corey Conners was still able to continue an impressive personal streak at the 2022 edition of the Masters Tournament.
Councillor officially reprimanded by Perth County
Perth County Councillor Daryl Herlick may find his most recent reprimand frivolous, but county council evidently did not.
Listowel, Wingham hospitals to maintain masking requirements indefinitely
The Listowel Wingham Hospitals Alliance (LWHA) is joining other hospitals across the south west region in stating they will maintain the current masking requirements for people entering their facilities.
‘You go when they’re winning, you go when they’re losing’
After seeing their first Listowel Juniors game back in the 2004-05 season, Steve and Linda Cameron were hooked on Cyclones hockey.
Conners to appear in fourth straight Masters this week
Corey Conners has improved like clockwork at every edition of the Masters Tournament he has played in.
Junior Legionnaires set to return for 2022 campaign
It’s been three long years since the Listowel Legionnaires last took the field at John Bell Diamond, but the local ball club’s long-anticipated return is finally in sight.
Cycs to clash with Siskins in first round of playoffs
Forty-eight regular season games are in the books and now the real campaign begins. It’s playoff hockey time for the Listowel Junior Cyclones.
New, unique service in midwestern Ontario
Kayla Lowry is turning her love and passion for horses into a dream come true, creating a unique and magical business that will provide lasting memories for years to come.
New renovations, CT equipment, info portal among topics discussed in recent LWHA reports
The Listowel Wingham Hospitals Alliance (LWHA) released highlights from its board of directors meeting for March. A number of reports were presented regarding staff training, COVID protocols moving forward, new equipment and facilities, and budget concerns.
