After a prolonged drought during the pandemic, live music is returning to local stages. Cousins Jay Riehl and Jevon Coxon share some of their music-making family tradition as they play some classic rock standards and country music classics for the crowd gathered at Parkview Gardens in Listowel on Oc
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North Perth Chamber hosting second straight drive-thru Christmas parade in Listowel
The jolly old elf will make his return to Listowel next month, as the North Perth Chamber of Commerce is set to host its second consecutive drive-thru Christmas parade in Memorial Park.
Average sale price of North Perth homes tops $700K in September
The average sale price of homes in North Perth surpassed $700,000 last month.
Heartland vet receives prestigious American award
A local large animal veterinarian made history within the American Association of Bovine Practitioners (AABP) organization earlier this month, becoming the first woman and the youngest in her field to ever receive its most prestigious award.
What’s your favourite Halloween sweet treat?
Trick-or-treat! Halloween is fast approaching and Oct. 31 will be here before we know it. It’s a night for children to dress up in ghoulish or character-themed costumes, going door-to door in hopes of getting a tasty treat.
Rothwell reiterates North Perth housing density concerns for Lunor Subdivision
During North Perth’s council meeting on Oct. 18, Coun. Allan Rothwell revisited concerns over housing density regarding the extension of the draft plan approval for the Lunor Subdivision which has been slated for development on the east side of Tremaine Avenue in Listowel for over 15 years.
Listowel Kinsmen host food drive
Dave Dickey and Jeremy Reid collect donations for the local Salvation Army food bank during the Listowel Kinsmen’s food drive at the Kin Station on Oct. 23.
Province announces OMPF allocations for local municipalities
The province announced allocation amounts for the Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund (OMPF) last week, with local municipalities receiving varying amounts.
Listowel, Wingham hospitals update visitor policy
To maintain a safe environment for patients, visitors, staff and physicians, effective Nov. 1 all family, support persons and visitors will be required to show proof of full COVID-19 vaccination before entering a Wingham or Listowel hospital building.
Legion to officially launch 2021 poppy campaign on Oct. 29
With Halloween set to wrap up for another year this Sunday, the subsequent arrival of November turns the attention to Remembrance Day and the Royal Canadian Legion’s annual poppy campaign.
Perth County adopts greenhouse gas reduction plan despite concerns from councillors
Although Perth County council voted in favour of adopting a Greenhouse Gas (GHG) reduction plan, several council members raised concerns around the implementation of the plan on Oct. 21.
Province unveils plan to lift COVID-19 public health measures
No more capacity limits in gyms, restaurants and recreational facilities. By February vaccine requirements will be lifted and a month later masks won’t have to worn indoors.
GO-VAXX mobile vaccine clinics coming to Huron-Perth
The Ontario GO-VAXX bus mobile clinic will be heading to Huron-Perth next week to provide first and second doses of the Pfizer vaccine to anyone born in 2009 or earlier.
Police urging drivers not to veer for deer
PERTH COUNTY - The Perth County OPP is urging all motorists not to veer for deer.
Listowel referee works Maple Leafs’ Blue and White Game
Mackenzie ‘Mac’ Nichol has made a swift climb in the officiating world.
