On Nov. 26, council here heard a delegation for allowing backyard chickens in South Bruce communities, subsequently denying the request with several councillors offering reasons for opposition.
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Proposed doctor incentive funds for South Bruce is $7,500 for 2025
Council here heard the 2025 proposed budget for Brockton and area physician recruitment and retention during their Nov. 26 council meeting.
Unblocking the Maitland: Removing the Howson Dam will revive the river’s ecosystem
For more than 162 years, some form of the Howson Dam has stood as a barrier, disrupting the natural flow and ecology of the North Maitland River.
Howick amends zoning bylaw for creation of four residential lots on property in Gorrie
Back in early October, council here dealt with three consent applications affecting one subject property located on the corner of Gorrie Line and Harriston Road.
South Bruce Council receives ‘willing host’ vote for DGR; Wabigoon Lake Ojibway willing to move to next step
Council here received the official results of the South Bruce referendum during a special meeting on Nov. 12.
Listowel, Huron County projects among those funded through FCC
Farm Credit Canada (FCC) is giving $1.5 million through its FCC AgriSpirit Fund to 82 community groups across Canada to support rural capital projects.
North Perth Seniors hold annual Christmas party
The North Perth Seniors held their annual Christmas Party Nov. 14, for the first time at Listowel’s Ag. Hall.
Wingham Community Garden and Orchard reports bountiful harvest in 2024
The Wingham Community Garden and Orchard released its 2024 year-end report, stating that this year’s harvest was “bountiful.”
Huron-Perth District Women’s Institute learns about Canada’s food waste epidemic
Members of local branches of the Huron-Perth District Women’s Institute gathered at the Ag Hall Nov. 7 for their ‘Ladies Day Out’. On the agenda this afternoon was food waste.
South Bruce Council receives “willing host” vote for DGR
Council here received the official results of the South Bruce referendum during a special meeting on Nov. 12.
Howick to receive $193,502 through OCIF
The Township of Howick will receive $193,502 in provincial funding to help with renewal and rehabilitation of critical infrastructure.
Human trafficking information night sheds light on understanding and identifying local issue
Perth County OPP hosted a human trafficking information night at Mitchell District High School on Oct. 29.
Rae Applauds the Opening of Unattached Primary Care Clinic
Matthew Rae, Member of Provincial Parliament for Perth-Wellington applauded the Huron Perth Ontario Health Team and local Family Health Teams for the launch of their Unattached Care Clinic via a media release dated Nov. 5.
North Perth residents on stage in Anne of Green Gables – The Musical
The Grey Wellington Theatre Guild’s (GWTG) upcoming production of Anne of Green Gables – the Musical is a major production for the guild, the culmination of its 50th anniversary season, but for one Listowel family it’s also a way to spend time together.
Perth County Holstein Club presents awards at year-end banquet
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