The county’s planning department has requested council’s blessing to hire an additional permanent, full-time planner to help with the increased workload.
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Metroland Media Group declares bankruptcy, moves to online-only model
Hundreds of people have lost their jobs and more than 70 weekly newspapers will cease publication after Metroland Media Group announced on Friday it is declaring bankruptcy.
North Perth council to discuss Kurtzville speed limit change
Wallace Ward Coun. Lee Anne Andriessen brought forth a notice of motion to North Perth’s regular council meeting on Sept. 18, outlining a request to have the speed limit lowered on Line 88 running through the town of Kurtzville.
North Perth treasurer France Hale retires after 24 years
For the first time essentially since amalgamation, the Municipality of North Perth has a vacancy for the treasurer position.
SET7 recipient of grant from Libro Credit Union
Libro Credit Union announced its 2023 annual grant recipients on Sept. 13, with the Municipality of North Perth’s SET7 initiative receiving $15,000 to host an introduction to construction as a career program. On Sept. 14, Libro presented the municipality with the donation in the North Perth council
164th Howick-Turnberry Fall Fair set for Sept. 29-30
This year’s Howick-Turnberry Fall Fair promises to have something for everyone.
Ashlyn Hill named Howick-Turnberry Fair Ambassador
The Howick-Turnberry Fall Fair has its new fair ambassador, and her name is Ashlyn Hill.
Former Listowel resident leaves legacy through autobiography
or many years, Donna Costa had been asking her parents to write down some of their life stories.
Matt and Amy Fisher donate $150K to Listowel clinic expansion
The Fisher Family Primary Care Centre needs to expand its current site with the area’s growing population and the need to recruit new doctors. With the expansion and renovation of the Fisher clinic in the works, Matt and Amy Fischer recently donated $150,000 to support the Listowel Memorial Hospital
Listowel Branch 259 marks Legion Week
Legion Week is Sept. 17-23, 2023. Major Andrew McKeever, Listowel Legion, Branch 259 is busy with our usual activities – cards, darts, pool, seniors dance, Thursday evening Catch the Ace draws, monthly veterans Buddy Check Coffee, and Friday night meat draws. Come on out to join us.
List of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation events in Huron-Perth
Huron County Truth telling with Michelle Good – A bold, provocative collection of essays…
We look for a day when faith will be made sight
Recently our worship service was opened with a call to worship that acknowledged that God is Sovereign, that He reigns above all and above everyone else and that He is actually in control. From that thought we were called to worship Him, submit our hearts to Him and acknowledge His goodness and care
Back in time to the Listowel Fall Fair
As we make our way into the cooler autumn weather and watch the leaves on the trees change colours, let’s take a trip back 101 years ago to the 1922 Listowel Fall Fair.
North Perth housing market remains steady
Unsurprisingly, North Perth had another steady month of home sales activity in August.
United Way Perth-Huron targets $2.5M for 2023-24 campaign
The United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) has set its fundraising goal for 2023-24, with the organization gearing up for its most ambitious campaign to date.
