In confusing times, it is only human to look for a way to make sense of it all. Given the current political affairs of the present day, I bet many are looking for a distraction.
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David Mackey opens Liberal campaign election office in Listowel
LISTOWEL - “This gathering is another step for us to build a stronger community in Perth-Wellington and a stronger community in Perth-Wellington is how we make Canada strong,” Liberal Party of Canada, Perth-Wellington candidate David Mackey said at the opening of his campaign office in Listowel on A
4-H Ontario announces new 2025 4-H ambassadors
GUELPH - 4-H Ontario is proud to announce the selection of four ambassadors who will represent and champion the 4-H program across the province in 2025.
Listowel Agricultural Society’s 2025 Taste of the World event a success
LISTOWEL - A large crowd was on hand at the Listowel Agricultural Hall on April 6, looking for a taste of the international cuisine served as part of the Taste of the World event, organized by the Listowel Agricultural Society.
U15 Cyclones wrap up season at OMHA championship tournament
The Listowel Cyclones U15 Tier 2 team faced Shallow Lake in a best of three series. With the series tied at one the Cyclones battled hard and clinched the WOAA championship title on March 19.
HPPH warns of new measles exposures
CLINTON - Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) is advising the community of several new measles exposures in the area.
Council seeking feedback on implementation of compost program
LISTOWEL - Although North Perth offers many waste collection and recycling services, there are limited solutions to divert organic waste items from the landfill.
Road rationalization report does not recommend Perth County assume Listowel truck bypass roads
STRATFORD - When North Perth entered the road rationalization process with Perth County, it sought to have the county assume the maintenance of five roads that currently fall under municipal responsibility. However, it appears the opposite will happen.
Three Listowel curling teams compete at Ontario Elementary Curling Championships in Palmerston
The Ontario Elementary Curling Championships were held at the Palmerston & District Community Complex April 3 to 6. Three Listowel teams competed out of a total of 64 teams.
Large sinkhole stops traffic in Perth East
On March 28, the OPP closed Road 124, between Perth Road 119 and Line 61, just east of Brunner, to respond to a large sinkhole.
Local family walks to make Cystic Fibrosis history
Brielle, as her mother describes her, has lots of energy, and is a “very spicy little girl.” Brielle also lives with Cystic Fibrosis (CF), a genetic condition which impairs the clearance of mucus from the lungs.
Submissions open for Blyth Festival Art Gallery’s ‘the rural queer agenda’ exhibit
The Blyth Festival Art Gallery is calling for submissions from 2SLGBTQIA+ artists for their curated exhibit ‘the rural queer agenda.’
Open house for North Perth school boundary review well attended
LISTOWEL - Offering a casual environment for members of the public to mingle with local principals, superintendents, trustees, staff and the consultants behind drafting the boundary review, the Avon Maitland District School Board’s (AMDSB) Boundary Review Committee hosted an open house at Listowel D
Listowel dentist awarded civilian honour for transforming dental care accessibility
LISTOWEL - Dr. Raj Khanuja, of Castlemore Dental in Listowel, was honoured with the Ontario Medal for Good Citizenship for his exceptional contributions to dental care accessibility, a press release states.
The ‘spring rush’ is on: gardening tips from 1925
As temperatures rise and the first signs of spring begin to show, many will start to prepare their gardens for the growing season. In 1925, the Listowel Horticultural Society supplied a few gardening tips to readers of the Listowel Banner and the Atwood Bee to help them “get ready for the season tha
