The Stratford-Perth Museum is honouring and inducting an Atwood Dairy farming couple onto the 2024 Agriculture Wall of Fame.
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Regional February unemployment rate decreases to 4.1%
In March, the unemployment rate for the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region decreased by 0.4 percentage points to 4.1 per cent. Meanwhile, the provincial unemployment rate increased by 0.5 percentage points to 6.6 per cent, both unadjusted for seasonality.
Council votes to allow Binning Street parking during Cyclones playoffs
Council amended the agenda at the April 8 meeting to include an item from Lyndon Kowch, director of operations, regarding allowing parking on Binning Street during the Junior Cyclones playoff season.
Catholic school board launches international education program
The Huron-Perth Catholic District School Board (HPCDSB) announced in March the launch of an International Student Program, which will welcome students for the 2024-25 academic year.
April 4th turnbacks
2014 – The Ontario Provincial Police sought three suspects in connection with an armed Listowel home invasion on Barber Avenue, after they entered the residence and assaulted two occupants, stealing a quantity of cash and electronics at gunpoint.
Karli June nominated for four CMA Ontario Awards
Listowel’s small town girl turned big city country star, Karli June, has an exciting 2024 ahead.
LMH CEO comments on temporary closure of OB unit
It was announced last week that there will be a temporary closure of the obstetrics (OB) department at Listowel Memorial Hospital. This is due to a lack of trained obstetrical nurses available within the OB department, as maternity leaves are leaving the department with only two nurses left.
Court of Appeal’s ATV decision has disturbing implications
A recent decision by the Ontario Court of Appeal has disturbing implications for owners of such vehicles as ATVs.
Milverton’s 18th annual ‘An Evening to Celebrate Women’ set for April 27
On Saturday, April 27 at the Perth East Recreation Complex in Milverton, the Milverton Women’s Initiative Committee is preparing to host the 18th annual “An Evening to Celebrate Women.” The 2024 theme is “Hollywood” and attendees are encouraged to dress in their best version of Hollywood glam!
Funding supports North Perth Agriculture and Agri-business Advisory Committee, specialist
Council has made it known that the local agri-business sector is a priority and plans to support and promote agriculture through its newly-established Agriculture and Agri-business Advisory Committee, and new specialist role in the municipality.
North Perth resident killed in Line 86 collision
One person is deceased following a collision west of Dorking involving three motor vehicles in Perth County.
Council seeking explanation from feds regarding denial of recent housing funding
Matching the tone of comments from council on March 18, it would appear that two strongly-worded letters will be sent to the upper tiers of government, on North Perth stationery.
Province releases 2023 public sector salary list
Caroline Mulroney, president of the Treasury Board, issued a statement on March 28 regarding the release of public sector salaries from last year.
Halt all hiring – immediate fix for reining in unchecked gov’t bureaucracy
Most Canadians would not be surprised to learn there are way too many civil servants in Ottawa.
Changes to masking requirement at LWHA
Effective March 27, 2024, masks will be welcome, but no longer required in most clinical area throughout local hospitals.
