The North Perth Community Hospice Spring Social was held at the Listowel Golf Course on April 10, with organizers describing it as a very busy but successful and fun night.
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U11 Central Perth Predators win WOGHL championship
STRATHROY - The U11 Central Perth Predators C team claimed the Western Ontario Girls Hockey League (WOGHL) top spot this month by downing the Lambton Attack 4-0.
Recording the history of Perth County
In 1902, when William Johnston sat down to record the history of what is now Perth County, he noted that the “modern town” of Listowel then had a population of 2,661 people and property assessed at $830,850.
We must not become a nation of spectators
A news story described a scene that could have happened at no other time in history, in no other culture. A young teenaged girl was assaulted by two other girls in a park, while bystanders hauled out their cell phones to record the incident.
Monkton Lions hold easter egg hunt
The Monkton Lions Club held its annual Easter egg hunt the morning of April 19 at the Monkton Lions Pavilion.
Perth-Wellington candidates make their case for chance to represent riding
David Mackey, Liberal David Mackey believes the imposition of US tariffs on Canadian goods and the…
Listowel residents on stage in period murder mystery comedy
HARRISTON - A murder mystery is at the heart of a period comedy set to hit the boards at the Harriston Town Hall Theatre in May.
Experts urge gardeners to watch for hammerhead worms
ONTARIO - As the weather begins to warm up, a silent assassin could be creeping around your yard without you knowing.
AMDSB trustees review student suspension trends
SEAFORTH - A summary of school suspensions data collected from Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) schools states there were 1,164 suspensions issued to students between Grades 4-12 during the 2023/24 school year.
AMDSB aims to raise awareness about the importance of school attendance
SEAFORTH - The Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) is raising awareness about the importance of regular school attendance as the final weeks of the school year approach. As the weather improves and the summer break becomes nearly visible, it is important to help students stay motivated and c
Federal candidates address immigration, inflation, foreign affairs, climate change at Palmerston meeting
The Minto, Mount Forest, Arthur and Mapleton Chambers of Commerce co-hosted a “Meet the Candidates” event on April 14 at the Norgan Theatre.
U11 Central Perth Predators win WOGHL championship
The U11 Central Perth Predators C team claimed the Western Ontario Girls Hockey League (WOGHL) top spot this month by downing the Lambton Attack 4-0.
Roy VanSickle celebrates 95th birthday, shares life map to living well
LISTOWEL – Roy VanSickle celebrated his 95th birthday alongside 200 friends and family members…
Monkton Lions host e-waste fundraiser
MONKTON – On April 19, Steven Smith Auto Sales in Monkton and Trillium Mutual Insurance Company…
North Perth Dog Park is building momentum, funding needed; upcoming open house will provide answers to community questions
The North Perth Dog Park working group, and members of the community, gathered on the sunny, warm afternoon of Apr. 13 at the pavilion in Listowel’s Memorial Park.
