The real estate market in North Perth is showing signs of an upward trend following a fourth straight month of solid sales.
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A brief history of Perth East’s Carthage
There are many rural villages throughout Perth County with rich histories. One of these villages is Carthage, which is located in the north part of Mornington Ward in Perth East.
Perth County reviews $16.9M capital budget
Manager of Finance Corey Bridges shared that the 2024 capital budget is $16.9 million, and includes 37 projects, with $10.5 million funded from reserves; $2.42 million funded from Canada Community Building Fund, Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund, and municipal partners, and; $4.1 million funded
Three-storey residential/commercial development of long-time vacant lot reviewed at NP council
In a public meeting to discuss the development of 670 Main St. E. in Listowel, there were no signs of opposition, from council or the public.
Mayor says ‘Let’s not put the cart before the horse’ in Listowel Gardens’ ask for support
Council’s work to develop a housing-focused Community Improvement Plan (CIP) has piqued the interest of a local developer.
United Way report states Perth-Huron has most frequent rates of racial discrimination in SWO
A new report from the United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) states the region experienced the most frequent rates of discrimination, with 42 per cent of such incidents happening in the work place.
Event to benefit victims of recent Krotz Street house fire
The community of Listowel has always looked after its own, particularly in times of great need. Following a Jan. 7 residential fire that affected three families in town, members of Royal Canadian Legion Branch 259, the local Lutheran church and other community members are organizing a fundraiser to
Listowel Special Olympics curling program making strides in season No. 1
It’s only two months into the inaugural season, but for organizers of the new Special Olympics curling program at the Listowel Curling Club (LCC), it’s already evident that this one is going to stick. And hopefully grow.
Central Perth U21 Predators fall short in Silver Stick bid
The Central Perth Predators fell short of the playoff rounds at the U21 C International Silver Stick championship in Mooretown last weekend.
Cyclones split weekend matchups to open 2024 slate
Following the GOJHL’s holiday hiatus, the Listowel Cyclones got back to work last weekend with a win and a loss to open the 2024 half of their regular season.
D.A. Virtual Sports opens extensive new play space in Listowel’s west end
No one would argue that life can be hectic and stressful at times. Work and family commitments can often leave little time left over to just kick back and relax.
‘Cookies for War-Time’
In January 1918, Canada was still at war. Those with loved ones overseas would frequently send handwritten correspondence or small care packages. Sons, fathers, brothers, uncles, and cousins would appreciate any small offering that made its way though the mail. Things like wool mittens and socks, ci
Listowel Memorial Hospital Auxiliary names new executive
The new executive for the Listowel Memorial Hospital Auxiliary: Sitting – Barb Williams (secretary) and Linda Tobin (treasurer). Back row – Karl Ellis (Listowel Wingham Hospitals Alliance CEO), Susan Anderson (president), and Rhonda Beirnes (past president). The LMH Auxiliary thanks everyone who sup
Perth County Official Plan entering public consultation
Staff anticipate the new Perth County Official Plan to be completed before the end of 2024, however, significant public consultation and provincial approval are needed first.
Former Monkton library property to be listed for sale by municipality
Since the Monkton Library moved to the Elma-Logan Recreation Complex, council asked staff to consider the sale of the former site in May 2022. At the Jan. 8 council meeting council voted to list the property for sale.
