From Aug. 17, 1988
News
Municipal leaders have their say at AMO
This year’s Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) conference promised a certain intensity that may have been missing in past years, the main reason being October’s municipal election this fall. Preliminary results indicate it lived up to its promise.
Howick reallocating $35,000 to purchase equipment for future bylaw officer
HOWICK – Council here has approved reallocating an estimated $35,000 in unspent wages from its yet-to-be-filled municipal law enforcement officer position to purchase a vehicle, uniform and other equipment for the new officer.
Dirt Pig’s Pigstock 2026 hits it out of the ballpark
DIRT PIGS DO IT AGAIN – Mid-August means one thing in Brockton and area – Pigstock – a lively weekend of some of the best ball games seen in the area, plus lots of family fun.
Listowel Brass Band competes at CNE in 1926
Many communities across Perth County have been home to talented bands that routinely performed at local fairs, parades, and other community events.
Council to consider short-term rental licensing
WALKERTON – Brockton is looking at the possibility of licensing short-term rentals.
Children cool off at local pool for Galaxy Quest camp
LISTOWEL – The theme of the North Perth Summer Day Camp for the week of Aug. 10-14 was Galaxy Quest camp and it led the children to the Listowel Memorial Pool on Aug. 14.
Brockton calls for provincial review into private dams
WALKERTON – A breach in a privately-owned dam has been an ongoing concern for Brockton council since March.
Bylaw enforcement say phorid fly infestation is improving
LISTOWEL – In an update to council, a staff report says the phorid fly population in the south end of Listowel is reducing.
Rider for a Reason makes its ways through Listowel
The fundraiser is on behalf of Listowel hospital's Breast Care Program.
Milverton’s Kyle Steckly becomes first Canadian to win Masters of the Pros 200
A Milverton native, Steckly was joined by his father and friends as he crossed the finish line in first place on the track, donning the green jacket.
170 years and still going strong: Teeswater Fair celebrates milestone weekend
TEESWATER – A beloved, 170-year tradition brought crowds, competitions and community celebration to Teeswater this weekend as the Teeswater Fall Fair marked its milestone anniversary with a full plate of agricultural and family activities.
“Colour Is…” opens at Blyth Festival Art Gallery featuring 28 artists, encourages communication through colour
In red-rimmed glasses, Percival taught the audience that colour is something people aren’t having conversations about – but should be.
Royal Canadian Legion honour National Peacekeepers’ Day
Royal Canadian Legion Br. 102 Walkerton marked National Peacekeepers’ Day, Aug. 9, with a brief ceremony at the cenotaph.
Municipality investigating veterans’ crosswalk request from Listowel Legion
The region has recently seen the creation of crosswalks honouring veterans established in nearby Harriston and Mitchell, and the Listowel Legion Branch 259 has requested council consider one across either Elizabeth Street East or Wallace Ave North, near the cenotaph.
