NORTH PERTH - The Farm 911/Emily Project launched roughly five years ago, in November of 2019, in response to a fatal farm accident involving a young girl named Emily Trudeau in Northumberland County in 2014.
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Townships respond to proposed OPP billing changes
The townships of North Huron and Howick recently received a letter dated Nov. 29 from the Solicitor General regarding proposed OPP billing changes.
Snowflake spectacular – Elma Township primary grades delight with snow, sparkle and a bit of mystery
NORTH PERTH - Upon opening curtains, the Elma Township Public School Primary Grades K - 3 had a crowd of parents, family and friends in full smiles.
Cyclones take a 5-0 win against Komoka Kings
Cyclones fans were treated to an exciting game on Dec. 13., with the home team scoring five goals against Komoka Kings.
Marie McKertcher awarded Silver Quill by NMC
After enjoying a turkey dinner at her company Christmas party on Dec. 6, Marie McKertcher was presented with a Silver Quill Award by Midwestern Newspapers Publisher Dave Adsett.
AMDSB students surpass provincial averages in Specialist High Skills Major participation, completion
HURON-PERTH - Local schools have garnered a good reputation in the trades industry, however, the latest stat associated with Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) participation and completion will only further benefit it.
History on tape: A turnip for Christmas
You know the line in “’Twas the Night Before Christmas” by Clement Moore … “The stockings were hung by the chimney with care.”
Catholic School Board announces new Superintendent of Education
HURON/PERTH - The Huron-Perth Catholic District School Board is pleased to announce that Mr. Sean McDade, current Principal at St. Mary’s Catholic School in Goderich, has been appointed to the position of Superintendent of Education, commencing Jan. 2025.
HPPH to annually commemorate Indigenous dates of significance
At its recent Dec. 13 board meeting, Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) pulled a staff report out of the agenda for discussion.
Naughty, nice or inexplicable
Santa Claus has had a pretty busy season so far.
Message to all who make Christmas merry and bright
This is the time of year that makes it or breaks it for many merchants. They count on holiday shoppers to edge them into the black for the year.
North Perth seeking more information about Mental Health Community Action Group
PERTH COUNTY - North Perth Council is seeking more information regarding a West Perth proposed Mental Health Community Action Group before agreeing to participate.
MPP Rae’s Growing Agritourism Act passes committee unanimously
QUEEN’S PARK - On Dec. 16, Matthew Rae, MPP for Perth-Wellington announced that his bill, the Growing Agritourism Act, 2024, passed third and final reading, and will receive Royal Assent next week.
Turnbacks: Royal wedding photos featured in 1934 Wingham newspaper
1934 - Within the pages of the Wingham Advance Times dated Dec. 20, 1934, was an entire photo page featuring the royal wedding of Prince George of England to Princess Marina of Greece, which took place in London on November 29, 1934.
Rothwell calls Poilievre comments ‘deplorable’
NORTH PERTH - An item within the Dec. 2 consent agenda at the North Perth Council meeting, inspired some strong words from Coun. Allan Rothwell.
