PERTH COUNTY - Royalmar Farms hosted its annual Maple Weekend event on April 5 to benefit the Palmerston MRI Fund.
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OCC’s Tisch optimistic about Canada weathering trade war
The Huron Chamber of Commerce welcomed Daniel Tisch, president and chief executive officer of the Ontario Chamber of Commerce, to Blyth to discuss the impact of tariffs on local businesses.
Hiccups: A great annoyance that can turn deadly
Hiccups are normally just a small annoyance many people have had to suffer through temporarily over the course of their lives. But, what happens when these little diaphragm spasms turn deadly?
Police investigated multiple vehicle accidents in the area over the past week
NORTH PERTH - On April 4 around 3 p.m., a pickup truck entered onto Wallace Ave N at Binning St W., striking a northbound motor vehicle and a parked vehicle, Perth County OPP confirms. Pictured above, the driver of the pickup was charged with Disobey Stop Sign - Fail to Stop. No injuries were report
The history of Neptune, impact on the future
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.
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.
