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Construction on Davidson Avenue bridge commences
Construction on the Davidson Avenue bridge near the Queen Street intersection in Listowel has commenced, with traffic being diverted primarily down Wallace Avenue for the duration of the summer. Project completion is expected by the fall.
Huron & Area Search and Rescue attend OPP Appreciation BBQ
Members of the Huron & Area Search and Rescue (HASAR) team were on hand at the OPP Appreciation BBQ held in Listowel on May 21, speaking with attendees about what they do in the communities they serve.
Perth County adopts 2022 tax ratios
On May 19 Perth County council unanimously voted to adopt the 2022 tax ratios.
31 homes sold in North Perth last month
Despite rising interest rates, home continue to sell quickly in North Perth.
Delicious treats for local nurses
Amanda Scheeringa, Kailla Forrester, and Dawnelle Siemon were among the nurses at Listowel Memorial Hospital enjoying coffee and doughnuts on their break on May 10. Nurses at Listowel Memorial and the Wingham District Hospital enjoyed complimentary coffee and doughnuts from Lady Glaze for Nurses’ We
Local election candidates meet with LWHA for ‘fireside chat’ on health care
The Listowel-Wingham Hospitals Alliance (LWHA) invited MPP candidates for Perth-Wellington to discuss health care before the upcoming provincial election.
United Way Perth-Huron building new access centre at Listowel library site
On May 16, North Perth council passed a motion to make an agreement to sell the Listowel branch of the North Perth Public Library at 260 Main St. W. to United Way Perth-Huron.
Elma TPS nearing playground completion
Following a process that has been over three years in the making, the finish line is finally in sight for Elma Township Public School (ETPS) administrators, teachers, school council members and of course, the students.
Housing, agriculture, freedom among key discussions tackled at all-candidates’ meeting
MPP candidates for Perth-Wellington came together at Listowel’s Ag. Hall on May 17 as part of the all-candidates’ meeting. Hosted by the Perth County Federation of Agriculture and the Listowel Agricultural Society, candidates were invited to speak about agricultural and rural issues.
Bruce County toreply to letter of concern about SMART
The transportation and environmental services committee received a report on a letter from the family and residents’ councils at Brucelea Haven regarding Saugeen Mobility Regional Transit.
OAPC celebrates the ‘faces of paramedicine’ during Paramedic Services Week, May 22 to 28
Every day, 8,600 paramedics provide expert care in their communities across Ontario. They are supported by dispatch communication staff, logistics, procurement and fleet teams, and special teams such as tactical, technical rescue, marine and bicycle units.
Ombudsman publishes report on closed meetings held by Bruce County’s executive committee
The ombudsman’s report stemming from a complaint about four closed meetings by Bruce County’s executive committee has been published on the ombudsman’s website.
Bruce County working to shorten housing waitlist
Christine MacDonald, director of human services for the county, presented council with a report on the municipal rent supplement and housing analysis.
Home sales continue to be strong in Brockton
The local housing market continues to perform strongly.