LISTOWEL - In two meetings last week, two levels of government approved the construction of a four-bay automotive garage for sales and service - an expansion for Stop 23.
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Wendy Johnstone reflects on her full-circle career with Salvation Army ahead of her retirement
LISTOWEL - With tears filling his eyes, Salvation Army Listowel ministerial member Ken Bailey put it so simply – “Wendy's good at a bunch of things, but she's exceptional as a pastor.”
Kin Cares youth group raises $1,235 for Ronald McDonald House at annual BBQ
LISTOWEL - The Kin Cares Youth Group, a service organization run by the Kinsmen and Kinettes Clubs of Listowel, has once again demonstrated the power of youth in making a difference. On May 16 and 17, the group hosted its second annual barbecue fundraiser in support of Ronald McDonald House Charitie
Council receives United Way update
At its recent meeting, council here heard a presentation from United Way Perth-Huron Executive Director Ryan Erb, updating everyone on the 2024/25 campaign and the Northern Huron Connection Centre.
Final Listowel Baptist Church Garage Sale raised $37,107
LISTOWEL - After 35 years, the final Listowel Baptist Church Garage Sale was held last weekend and raised a record amount of $37,107.
Howick receives funding from Canada Summer Jobs
HOWICK - Council here recently received a report on Canada Summer Jobs funding approval in the amount of $4,816.
Celebrating Victoria Day in Perth County
Perth County communities celebrated Victoria Day in May of 1897 with concerts and picnics, as was customary.
A Gosling’s Journey: Local girl reunites family of geese after rescuing egg
LISTOWEL – For 11 years the same pair of geese have returned to a pond near the home of…
Lace up your shoes in support of people living with dementia in the community
HURON-PERTH - Alzheimer Society Huron Perth is once again hosting the annual IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer’s, which takes place on May 24, 2025.
Rae says provincial budget will protect Ontario and support rural communities
QUEENS PARK - Ontario Minister of Finance Peter Bethlenfalvy recently introduced the provincial budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year.
Paddlers account for nearly half of boating-related deaths, says OPP
Fifty-six paddlers were among the 131 people died in boating incidents on OPP-patrolled waterways in the last five years, an OPP press release states.
Local indoor yard sale approaching finale after 35 years
LISTOWEL – A popular long-running indoor yard sale is set to draw to a close with its final sale…
Huron, Perth counties launch mental health crisis support pathways
SEAFORTH – According to Statistics Canada (2023), approximately 12 individuals die by suicide…
Crime Stoppers Huron Perth looking for board members
Crime Stoppers is on the hunt for new board members, and more representation from across the two counties.
Medical students experience rural life during Discovery Week
Medical students from the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry at Western University will begin their learning and training with at Listowel Memorial Hospital and Wingham & District Hospital during Discovery Week 2025.
