The ‘Wicked Ride’ is a women’s only charitable event touring southwestern Ontario’s roads, shops, services & points of interest, with the latest edition taking place on Saturday, Aug. 13.
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Stratford/Perth Shelterlink seeks new board members
Stratford/Perth Shelterlink is seeking applications from interested individuals to join its board of directors for a three-year term.
Listowel BIA coordinator moving on from role after five years
Last week marked the end of an era when it comes to the Listowel Business Improvement Area (BIA).
North Perth council extends OPP contract for two more years
With its current policing contract set to expire at the end of 2022, the Municipality of North Perth extended its agreement with the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) through the end of 2024 at a recent meeting.
‘Serve From Home’ connects youth with community
A dedication to and love of the community in which they live was on full display last week at a number of sites around the area, as local church youth spent several days volunteering their time towards projects and causes that enhance the lives of others.
Former Keeso sawmill site approved for rezoning
Council has approved a zoning bylaw amendment that would allow the new owner of the former J.H. Keeso and Sons Ltd. property to build an agricultural manufacturing facility.
North Perth Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards open nominations
It’s time once again for the community to come forward and honour the local businesses and organizations that make everyone North Perth Proud.
Mayor Chris Peabody focuses on keeping dialogue open
Mayor Chris Peabody spent a busy few days at the AMO (Association of Municipalities of Ontario) conference, hosted by the City of Ottawa Aug. 14-17.
COVID-19 outbreak declared over at Brucelea Haven
WALKERTON – On Thursday, Aug. 11, Grey Bruce Public Health declared the COVID-19 outbreak at…
Paisley holds ‘closing night party’ for its bridge
A closing night party is always a celebration that’s bittersweet – the successful run of a great show, combined with the knowledge it’s been seen for the last time.
Developer given two-year extension on draft plan of subdivision
Council approved an application from Barry’s Construction and Insulation Ltd. to extend the draft plan of subdivision that’s due to lapse.
Grey-Bruce sees huge drop in home sale prices, volume in July
The sales volume and average sale price of homes in Brockton continue to trend towards a buyer’s market being on the horizon.
More booster pump woes at Walker West
During the Aug. 9 council meeting, Mayor Chris Peabody provided an update on the booster pump situation in Walker West Estates.
Market Garden Park tender comes in at over double the estimate
Tender results for Market Garden Park were not what council had hoped for, to put it mildly. However, a revised version of the project is moving ahead.
Grey Bruce Health Unit issues overdose alert
Four drug overdoses within a 24-hour period prompted the Grey Bruce Health Unit to issue an Opioid Alert to system partners on Aug. 15. This is the second such alert this month.