ORILLIA - In recognition of World Day Against Trafficking Persons on July 30, the Provincial Human Trafficking Intelligence-Led Joint Forces Strategy (IJFS) is announced significant enforcement results from a series of proactive investigations conducted across Ontario.
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Mayne Corners to become all-way stop after results of traffic study considered; both Perth and Huron Counties supporting the change
GODERICH - The intersection of Huron County Roads 30 and 34, also known as Mayne Corners, will become home to an all-way stop as a result of changes made by both Huron and Perth Counties.
One fatality following North Perth collision; OPP investigating West Perth home invasion
NORTH PERTH – One person has died following a motor vehicle collision in the Municipality of…
U11 Legionnaires win WOBA division championship
LISTOWEL - Listowel’s U11 WOBA 1 team competed last weekend, August 8-10, for the WOBA Consolation II Championship.
Howick to purchase new vehicle for fire station
HOWICK - In January 2024, the fire department here purchased its command unit Car 2-1 (a 2011 Ford Expedition), which doubles as a municipal law enforcement vehicle, and was only expected to be in service for about two years until a public works pickup truck became available for use.
West Nile Virus activity reported in Listowel, Mitchell
Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) reminds residents to protect themselves against mosquito bites following confirmation that mosquitoes collected from traps in Listowel and Mitchell have tested positive for West Nile Virus (WNV).
Block party helps to kick-off Listowel 150th celebrations
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Terry Fox runs are fast approaching
Communities across Canada are preparing for Terry Fox runs on Sunday, September 14.
How summer helps connect farmers and politicians, from fairs to farm tours
Summer is a time of long days, local fairs, barbecues, community celebrations — and for Ontario farmers, it’s also prime harvest season for everything from hay and grain crops to fruits and field vegetables.
LDSS alumnus returns for hometown reunion in her 99th year
Listowel’s 150th birthday, with celebrations spanning Aug. 1-3, had the apt theme “Listowel flies back in time.” An ode to its history, the weekend included festivities highlighting the century and a half that created the community as it is today.
