Perseverance. Hope. Faith. Vision. Simple words perhaps to describe an act of faith so many years ago. Could the men and women who formed First (Listowel) Baptist Church so long ago have foreseen their church today?
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Listowel Hypnosis open for business
Hypnosis can be used for a variety of behaviour changes, including weight loss, quitting smoking, stress management, sleep improvements, breaking bad habits, and fear management.
Early Perth County settlers contended with free-roaming livestock on streets
There was a time when animals freely roamed the streets of Listowel, as well as other communities in the area. Over time, it became necessary to create the position of pound-keeper in many communities. In Listowel, in the early years, the job of rounding up and impounding these animals fell to the v
North Perth students vote Conservative in recent school election
With the federal election now in the rearview mirror, CIVIX has released the results of the federal student vote.
Lining up at the polls
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Federal election candidates call No Fixed Address Tour ‘exceptionally informative’
Due to demand and COVID restrictions Andrea Charest, director of It Takes A Village, said she had to turn away many people who wanted to participate in the “No Fixed Address” Tour on Sept. 18.
United Way Perth-Huron launches 2021-22 fundraising campaign
Ten years ago, the United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) set its 2011-12 fundraising goal at just over $1 million for the region. It’s amazing the changes a decade can bring about.
Bakelaar raises concerns over downtown Listowel parking
On Sept. 13, Tim Bakelaar made a presentation to council to raise concerns about the one-way street pilot project currently set up in downtown Listowel.
Howick signs agreement with Wingham Veterinary Clinic
After receiving the resignation from their long-time animal control officer, Howick council was left with how to provide canine control services.
Marvin Grimes joins Howick council
Council previously decided to offer the vacant councillor position to those who ran in the 2018 municipal election.
Members from Maitland Conservation visit Gorrie Dam site
Conservation Areas Coordinator Stewart Lockie provided a live update on the progress of decommissioning the dam at the Gorrie Conservation Area on Sept. 15, with several members of the board attending.
Maitland Conservation receives work plan progress report
Jayne Thompson, communications and GIS-IT coordinator for Maitland Conservation (MC), updated board members on the progress made by staff over the summer in a report at the September regular meeting.
HPPH: Understanding encouraged as proof of vaccination takes effect
The provincial requirement to provide proof of vaccination to access certain indoor public settings takes effect today (Sept. 22), and Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) thanks the community for continuing to work together to stop the spread of COVID-19 and its variants.
Incumbent MP John Nater wins handily in Perth-Wellington
The crowd of supporters, family and volunteers gathered at the Mitchell Golf Club to celebrate Perth-Wellington MP John Nater’s re-election might have been limited in size due to COVID-19 restrictions, but it wasn’t limited in enthusiasm when victory was announced on Monday.
Howick children’s author releases third book in series
Connie Gibson just released her third children’s book in the Nana Murray series, Here Comes Trouble, on Sunday, July 25 in Clifford.
