From Nov. 27, 1991
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Cyclones spin up back-to-back weekend wins
LISTOWEL - The Listowel Cyclones played two great weekend games.
Team Johnston wins first U18 competitive event
COBOURG - A group of local U18 curlers captured first prize at the final Junior Slam event of the season, held at the West Northumberland Curling Club in Cobourg On Sunday, Nov. 16.
Mitchell Graduate shares story at anti-hate conference
LISTOWEL - A graduate’s story of perseverance, positivity, and curiosity was shared as encouragement for local students at the Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) Anti-Hate Conference on Nov. 12.
First mayor’s budget proposes 6.61% tax increase
LISTOWEL - The first proposed mayor’s budget for North Perth includes a property tax increase of 6.61 per cent, equal to about $161 per year, or $13 per month, for a median assessed residential household ($271,000).
Council defers decision on sale of Perth Meadows
LISTOWEL - North Perth Council deferred a decision on transferring Perth Meadows to United Way Perth Hurons’ non-profit housing organization United Housing for $1, until its next meeting.
Salvation Army kicks off Christmas Kettle Campaign
LISTOWEL - The Salvation Army Listowel launched its annual Christmas Kettle Campaign on Nov. 22.
Howick Township council authorizes contract for snow removal in Gorrie at meeting
HOWICK - Council here has authorized the 2026 sidewalk snow clearing contract for Gorrie with Steve Vogel of Steve’s Landscaping and Construction at its Nov. 18 meeting.
The history of E.S. Keeler shoes
Shoes have long been an essential article of clothing. The first census in what is now Canada was conducted in 1666. It shows 20 shoemakers serving a population of 3,512 European settlers.
Trustee out of touch on topic of BASP
It’s a tough gig being an elected official – there’s no doubt about that. When you take the oath of office, or whatever the equivalent is for your position, people expect a lot of you, and I’m no exception to having those expectations. I expect the people who are elected to represent me or to make..
Whitecaps face challenges in A and B division games
Midwestern Newspapers recaps minor hockey scores for the area.
Listowel Agricultural Hall hosts Women of Distinction Awards
LISTOWEL - North Perth Women of Distinction Awards were presented at the Blue Jeans & Bling event held on Nov. 8 at the Listowel Agricultural Hall.
Perth OPP conduct commercial vehicle inspections; speeding an issue in Gowanstown
At their Nov. 12 meeting, Perth County OPP board members heard October’s crime statistics and an update on officer actions at the local level.
Deck the Halls in downtown Listowel
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Local Christmas parades and holiday festivities
As holiday season approaches, merriment and cheer begin to fill the air. Business merchants,…
