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Time to face facts: the health-care system is broken
In Canada, we pride ourselves on having universal health care.
Riverview Park Residence makes donation to Listowel hospital
Riverview Park Residence made a corporate donation of $5,000 on July 20 to the Listowel Memorial Hospital Foundation’s ongoing $250,000 project to completely outfit the site with new IV pumps. “Riverview residents are all about and committed to community support,” commented Riverview Park Executive
Listowel Farm and Maker Market opens
Harlow, a two-year-old golden doodle, joins his human, Abby, for a nice walk to the Agricultural Hall grounds to check out the vendors on opening day at the Listowel Farm and Maker Market, held on July 22. The market will run every other Saturday until Sept. 30 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m
Tim Hortons celebrates Camp Day in Listowel
Tim Hortons held its annual Camp Day on July 19. “Tim Hortons Foundation Camps is committed to helping youth from underserved communities achieve their full potential. Tims Camps equip young people from low-income families with the skills they need to design their future,” explained the foundation’s
2024 North Perth budget survey now open
North Perth is getting a jumpstart on next year’s budget, as the 2024 budget survey is now open for public input.
Cause of Main Street fire undetermined at present
The cause of a residential fire at a Main Street West address in Listowel remains undetermined, according to a release from the North Perth Fire Department (NPFD).
Regional hospitals receive $6.6M for upgrades
On July 19 Matthew Rae, MPP for Perth-Wellington, announced hospitals throughout Perth and Wellington counties would receive over $6.6 million in funding through the Health Infrastructure Renewal Fund (HIRF). The funding will support local hospitals as they make critical upgrades, repairs, and maint
Just hanging out
Harriston sisters Mya, 9, and Cara Fischer, 6, spent part of Friday afternoon just hanging out at the Listowel skatepark. It’s yet to be seen how much the projected forecast of thunderstorms throughout the week will allow residents to get outside for more summer activities.
OPP issue warning after Mapleton resident scammed out of $113,000
Police are reminding residents to be wary of investment scams after a Mapleton resident was defrauded of over $100,000 – and then several thousand more after “a company” claimed it could recover the lost funds.
Heat warning issued for Huron-Perth
Humidex temperatures reaching 40°C are expected for the next three days. High daytime temperatures near 30°C are expected Wednesday and Thursday. High temperatures and humidity may continue Friday.
Police searching for ATV stolen in Listowel
Police are searching for an ATV reported stolen from a residence in Listowel.
West Perth resident loses $40K to gift card scam
Police say a West Perth resident is out tens of thousands of dollars after becoming the latest local victim of the Gift Card Scam.
Perth County OPP seeking applicants for Citizen’s Police Academy
The Perth County OPP is looking for community-minded individuals interested in joining a Citizen's Police Academy this fall in the Municipality of West Perth.
Police: Huron-Kinloss driver refuses to provide breath sample, charged
Huron County OPP have charged a Huron-Kinloss resident with impaired driving offences and resisting a peace officer following an interaction with police on July 17.
