A survey on the municipality’s website is gathering feedback about the proposed ATV use of the North Perth Trail Network.
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Building fees increase halted until more information provided to council
North Perth council held a special public meeting to discuss building department fees on May 13.
Chance encounter inspires memories of life off-line
I recently found myself chatting with a stranger at a party. As we traded pleasantries, the topic of occupation came up and he explained he was a farmer, while I confessed to being a journalist (an admission that can induce some diverse reactions these days).
MVCA planning renovations for better office accessibility
HOWICK – The Maitland Conservation Authority (MVCA) discussed a report on awarding the contract for accessibility renovations to the MVCA administration office main entrance and washrooms at its May 15 meeting.
Howick Council to enter agreement with new pound service
HOWICK – The Township of Howick has been without pound service since the Wingham Vet Clinic cancelled the previous agreement in June 2023.
Harrison celebrates 50 years of harmony
Dorothy Harrison, a long-time member of Listowel’s Mapletone Chorus, is celebrating 50 years with Sweet Adelines International, a global music organization dedicated to advancing women’s barbershop harmony through education and performance.
Industrial, residential developments proposed for north end of Listowel
North Perth council members seemed to support a large development at the north end of Listowel which includes industrial, commercial, and residential areas, however, decided to defer a final decision to a meeting next month.
Turnbacks for May 23, 2024
LWHA CEO Karl Ellis confirms that some hospital staff will be laid off in the coming months.
Queen Victoria’s legacy
Queen Victoria’s legacy includes much more than a holiday weekend every May in honor of her birthday. For example, her choice in 1840 to wear a creamy white wedding dress embellished with lace and orange blossom continues to influence what many people think of as the typical outfit for a young bride
How effective will licence suspensions for auto thieves be?
At first glance, the Ontario government’s move to suspend the drivers’ licences of convicted car thieves seems like a “get tough on crime” move that is badly needed.
Humane Society issues urgent appeal to aid five puppies found abandoned in box
The Humane Society of Kitchener Waterloo & Stratford Perth (HSKWSP) has launched an urgent appeal campaign to raise funds for five puppies that were found abandoned in Kitchener.
Allen Cup Hockey eyes Listowel entry
LISTOWEL – The operators of the Allan Cup Hockey league (ACH) are planning to expand the size of the four-team circuit and have targeted Listowel among the sites for potential new franchises.
Listowel Lions collected over 2,000 glasses through donation boxes
The Listowel Lions Club held an eyeglass packaging party on May 15.
Walk for Alzheimer’s returns to Huron and Perth
LISTOWEL – The IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer’s returns with a chance to participate…
