ORILLIA - With 45 people killed in impaired driving incidents on Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)-patrolled roads this year, the OPP is counting on drivers and citizens to help prevent further loss of life to this criminal behaviour - especially during the holiday season.
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Well owners bring 39 well water samples to promote well water protection
LONDESBORO - The Londesboro and District Lions Club hosted its second Water Wise event of 2024 and local well owners brought in 39 well water samples, on Nov. 14, for testing by local public health.
Salvation Army Kettle Campaign now underway
LISTOWEL - The season of giving is upon us. With the Salvation Army kicking off its 2024 Kettle Drive campaign on Saturday, Nov. 23, it was all helping hands on deck for the 2024 kettle launch ceremony, at Zehrs in Listowel.
In Photos: Listowel Agricultural Society’s Harvest Dinner and Auction
LISTOWEL - The Listowel Agricultural Hall was packed for the Listowel Agricultural Society’s Harvest Dinner and Auction on Nov. 23, with about 270 people in attendance.
South Bruce Council receives ‘willing host’ vote for DGR; Wabigoon Lake Ojibway willing to move to next step
Council here received the official results of the South Bruce referendum during a special meeting on Nov. 12.
Local Santa Claus parades quickly approaching
Santa Claus Parade time is quickly approaching! Can you feel the seasonal buzz? Our local…
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Walkerton couple living with diabetes note misconceptions are common
Every three minutes, someone in Canada is diagnosed with diabetes.
Central Perth U15 girls take home banner at annual Stratford Aces Festival Cup Challenge
The Central Perth U15 girls travelled to Stratford this past weekend to take part in the annual Aces Festival Cup Challenge.
Stratford courthouse projects a 48% increase to budgeted revenue
PERTH COUNTY - According to a report from the Manager of Court Services Vicky Hamilton, the Provincial Offences Court Services is anticipating a significant increase in its budget which is largely credited to the payment of regulatory fines.
North Perth council show support for increases to municipal fees
LISTOWEL - At the Nov. 13 North Perth budget meeting, council unanimously showed their support to changes to the fees and charges bylaw.
Listowel, Huron County projects among those funded through FCC
Farm Credit Canada (FCC) is giving $1.5 million through its FCC AgriSpirit Fund to 82 community groups across Canada to support rural capital projects.
North Perth Seniors hold annual Christmas party
The North Perth Seniors held their annual Christmas Party Nov. 14, for the first time at Listowel’s Ag. Hall.
Upper Maitland Mustangs U9 teams participate in Remembrance Day Classic Tournament
On Nov. 8 and 9, both Upper Maitland Mustangs U9 teams participated in the Remembrance Day Classic tournament hosted by Grand River.
LDSS hosts second annual Lightning Early Bird Classic Tournament
The second annual Lightning Early Bird Classic Tournament was held at Steve Kerr Memorial Complex in Listowel on Nov. 13.
