The county has introduced an updated bylaw to regulate the movement of off-road vehicles on sections of roads under the county’s jurisdiction.
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Formosa craft, vendor show features handcrafted community creativity
Vendors set up shop in the Formosa community centre on Saturday, May 4 selling wares from handmade art to collectables at the biannual craft show.
Suspension orders issued to students with incomplete immunization records
Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) has issued 1,557 suspension orders to elementary and secondary students whose immunization records are incomplete. The suspensions were issued on April 26.
Stratford-Perth Archives celebrate Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day has been celebrated in Canada since 1914. Ten years later, in 1924, Stratford and the towns and villages in Perth County celebrated the day with special services throughout the churches.
Jane’s Walk inspires stories, planning for future county growth
BRUSSELS/HURON COUNTY – This past weekend, 24 guided walks across 11 communities throughout Huron County took place as part of the world-wide, annual Jane’s Walk Festival.
Life as a person of colour in North Perth
The golden rule states, “treat others as you would like to be treated,” but many people don’t follow this guide. I experience this often. I am a person of colour and living in a predominantly white community. This article is to share my perspective and help others learn how to be more inclusive.
May 5-11 is Emergency Preparedness Week
This week, May 5 to 11, is Emergency Preparedness Week in Canada. This year’s provincial theme is, “Plan for every season.”
Multiple downtown businesses closing in Listowel’s core, what it means for the community
Owning and operating a small business has never been more accessible given today’s current economic climate, however sustaining its life and growing is another thing.
Teeswater CWL holds communion brunch
On April 28 the Teeswater Catholic Women’s League (CWL) held their Communion Brunch in the Parish Hall. Twenty ladies were in attendance to celebrate the Feast of Our Lady Council.
Listowel-Wingham FHT celebrates Nursing Week
LISTOWEL/WINGHAM – “We are not an option. We are a necessity.” - That’s the theme of Nursing Week 2024, being celebrated across Ontario from May 6 to 12.
If it looks like a duck and quacks like a duck …
There was a time when “spin,” used as a verb, involved turning fibre into yarn.
Howick approves agreement on producer recycling
HOWICK – At its recent April 25 meeting, Howick Council passed a bylaw authorizing the Reeve and Clerk to enter into an agreement contract with Circular Materials Ontario (CMO).
Hikes for Saugeen Hospice held in several area communities
The rain let up just in time for this year’s Hikes for Saugeen Hospice – unlike past years when hikers got thoroughly soaked.
Students at WDCS raise over $1,600 at Walk for Hospice event
Walkerton District Community School showed support for Saugeen Hospice by participating in the fundraising event Walk for Hospice, raising $1,687 in total.
South Bruce, NWMO sign hosting agreement for nuclear waste project
The Municipality of South Bruce Council endorsed a hosting agreement between the municipality and the Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) at its meeting May 1. Mayor Mark Goetz and CAO Leanne Martin signed the agreement on behalf of the municipality following a vote of council on Wednesday
