Santa Claus had a busy weekend in the area, with many parades happening in the region; but he made sure to make it to Listowel on Nov. 30 to see all the youngsters.
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Santa Claus parades a long-time tradition in Listowel
I love Christmas.
Perth County OPP talk Project Lifesaver
The Perth County OPP and Victim Services Huron Perth gave a public presentation on Project Lifesaver on Nov. 27 at Parkview Gardens.
Ignace and Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation officially selected by NWMO as hosts for Deep Geological Repository
On Nov. 28, the Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) officially announced it has selected Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation (WLON) and the Township of Ignace as the host communities for the future site for Canada’s Deep Geological Repository (DGR) for used nuclear fuel, a press release states.
Local lacrosse players make first-ever CUFLA rookie all-star team
Nathan Coverdale and Logan “Chachi” Reyes met while playing for North Perth Outlaws Minor Lacrosse. Both were recently selected to the Canadian University Field Lacrosse Association’s Rookie All-Star team.
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.
Central Perth U15 girls take home banner at annual Stratford Aces Festival Cup Challenge
The Central Perth U15 girls travelled to Stratford this past weekend to take part in the annual Aces Festival Cup Challenge.
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.
Upper Maitland Mustangs U9 teams participate in Remembrance Day Classic Tournament
On Nov. 8 and 9, both Upper Maitland Mustangs U9 teams participated in the Remembrance Day Classic tournament hosted by Grand River.