Four candidates gathered at the Listowel Ag Hall on April 8 for a Perth-Wellington riding debate ahead of the April 28 federal election.
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Local municipalities could have ‘strong mayors’ by May 1
Heads of council in North Perth, North Huron, Brockton and South Bruce are among those slated to receive “strong mayor powers’ under a proposal announced by the provincial government on April 9.
Courthouse charges a ‘slap in the face’, says Peabody
n what Coun. Tim Elphick called a “good news, bad news” situation, Brockton Council found out costs for having an active courthouse in the municipality will increase 68 per cent this year.
Midwestern Newspapers lands seven top awards at provincial competition
Midwestern Newspapers has been recognized with seven first-place finishes in the Ontario Community Newspapers Association (OCNA) 2024 Better Newspapers Competition.
Lucknow Kinsmen hold ground-breaking ceremony for the new centre
The Kinsmen Club of Lucknow held a ground-breaking ceremony for a new multi-use Kin Centre on April 12 at Graceland, the same location as their annual Lucknow’s Music in the Fields and the Dungannon Super Pull & Demo Derby.
All-candidates meeting sees candidates agreeing on numerous issues
While there was plenty of debate during an all-candidates meeting held in Goderich last week, there were a lot of points most the candidates agreed on as well.
Request for picnic tables declined
LISTOWEL - The Listowel Farm and Maker Market requested in a letter to council that fees associated with renting picnic tables for the event, which is to take place at Between The Lines on April 27, be waived.
Council approves fall tree sale
LISTOWEL - North Perth agreed to launch the Plant A Tree Grow A Future sale in the fall of 2025.
North Perth council removes regulations for taxi businesses
LISTOWEL - Taxis and ride-sharing options could grow, as North Perth Council moved to remove regulations for taxi businesses at its April 7 meeting.
Wingham Minor Hockey holds annual banquet
Wingham Minor Hockey Association held its annual minor hockey banquets on April 9 and 10 at the Wingham Legion Branch 180.
Hospice recognizes local pharmacy for timely supply to institutions
WALKERTON - A critical component of healthcare is the continuous, accurate and timely supply of medical supplies, devices and pharmaceuticals to institutions such as hospitals, long-term care facilities, private homes and hospices. In recognition of outstanding service, Grey Bruce Hospice, Owen So
New installation of utility poles leave Howick residents, council upset
At its April 8 meeting, council here discussed the installation of new utility poles once again in unfinished business.
Call for vehicles to respect lands
BRUCE COUNTY, GREY COUNTY - Imagine asking your neighbour if you can ride your ATV across their property and then ignoring their answer. Would you? Most people wouldn’t. So why is it different when it comes to county and conservation authority land?
Egg Hunt set for April 19
The Wingham Lions’ annual Easter Egg Hunt, supported by the Municipality of North Huron, will see children happily hunting in Cruickshank Park on Saturday, April 19, between 10-10:30 a.m.
Huron Perth, Ontario shows increased number of measles cases
The Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) Board of Health received an update on the ongoing measles outbreak at its recent meeting on April 11.
