It was announced last week that there will be a temporary closure of the obstetrics (OB) department at Listowel Memorial Hospital. This is due to a lack of trained obstetrical nurses available within the OB department, as maternity leaves are leaving the department with only two nurses left.
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In Photos: Easter fun in Elmwood
Little ones scramble for Easter eggs, under the watchful eyes of parents. The plastic eggs were traded for bags of Easter treats.
Funding supports North Perth Agriculture and Agri-business Advisory Committee, specialist
Council has made it known that the local agri-business sector is a priority and plans to support and promote agriculture through its newly-established Agriculture and Agri-business Advisory Committee, and new specialist role in the municipality.
North Perth resident killed in Line 86 collision
One person is deceased following a collision west of Dorking involving three motor vehicles in Perth County.
Two local musicians set to launch new CD as fundraiser for ‘Homes for Heroes’ foundation
Pat McNinch and Tom Traversy have been using their musical talents and military connections to benefit people who have put their lives on the line for this country, and who desperately need a helping hand.
Council seeking explanation from feds regarding denial of recent housing funding
Matching the tone of comments from council on March 18, it would appear that two strongly-worded letters will be sent to the upper tiers of government, on North Perth stationery.
Province releases 2023 public sector salary list
Caroline Mulroney, president of the Treasury Board, issued a statement on March 28 regarding the release of public sector salaries from last year.
Bruce County ‘encouraged’ by provincial budget
BRUCE COUNTY – Bruce County is encouraged by the provincial budget tabled last week by Finance Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy.
Changes to masking requirement at LWHA
Effective March 27, 2024, masks will be welcome, but no longer required in most clinical area throughout local hospitals.
Lang to continue as deputy mayor
James Lang has announced his intention to continue to serve the municipality as Brockton’s deputy mayor.
AMDSB Student Senate hosts e-waste drop off to celebrate Earth Week
Student senators from the Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) are raising awareness about e-waste and the need to properly recycle electronic devices.
Listowel Little Rocks find success at Acton bonspiel
The Listowel Curling Club Little Rocks and Junior curlers recently participated in a final bonspiel of their curling season in Acton.
Referendum question goes before council
South Bruce council held a special meeting on Tuesday, April 2. The single item on the open session agenda was the clerk’s report on the byelection question for the ballot on NWMO’s site selection.
LDSS class expands practical learning at ag biz
On March 20, the Listowel District Secondary School (LDSS) Ag Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) class visited Equipment Ontario for a day of learning.
North Perth to discuss ward boundary options
NORTH PERTH – Anticipating a lengthy discussion, North Perth council previously scheduled a…
