Friends of the North Perth Public Library (NPPL) announced a new initiative to aid in igniting a community-wide love of reading from an early age on April 26, at the Listowel branch.
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Wingham hosts Earth Day litter cleanup event
An Earth Day Litter Cleanup was organized by Pete Mulvey, a resident of Wingham who noticed the litter along the street and community trail and decided to do something about it.
Library hosts second annual youth poetry contest
On April 23, the North Perth Public Library (NPPL) hosted its second annual youth poetry contest presentation night at its Listowel branch.
Canada moves closer to point of no return with our national debt
There’s an old bit of wisdom courtesy of Ernest Hemingway that you go broke two ways: first gradually, then suddenly.
GBLC Day of Mourning held in Hanover April 26
The Grey Bruce Labour Council marked April 28 – National Day of Mourning – with three events: ceremonies on April 26 at Heritage Square in Hanover, April 28 at the Chesley Community Centre, and the third at Bruce Power.
Abandoned Wescast employees hold protest over $10 million in payments owed to workers
It’s been nine months since Wescast Industries shuttered its doors, laying off 180 workers from its Wingham-based foundry with a promise that the closure would be temporary.
A Tale of Two Livington(e)s
In the past, many articles have been written about the two John Livingston(e)’s of Listowel. I think it is time for a bit of a refresher lesson on these two prominent Listowel figures.
Howick council passes application to amend zoning by-law
WROXETER – Howick Township held its council meeting on April 25 with a public meeting held under section 34 of the Planning Act to discuss the Howick Township zoning bylaw.
Community Living seeking support for ten-unit residential build
Community Living North Perth wants to build an 8-10 unit residential building with both individual apartments as well as shared areas specifically for people with developmental disabilities.
Elma Township PS hosts community electives
The community has come together to broaden the horizons of students at Elma Township Public School. The school implemented a new trial program for their students in Grades 5 - 8. The ‘Community Electives’ program offered students a glimpse of new skills and hobbies. The three-week program was held o
Independent MC thanks community for ongoing breakfast club support
WINGHAM—The Independent Motorcycle Club (MC) was back in the community on Friday, April 19,…
Tipi-raising event held near Gowanstown
Kaswentha/Two Row Now, a group of Indigenous and local allies who have been gathering information and creating events designed to address Truth and Reconciliation in the Huron-Perth areas, has reached a significant milestone.
Walkerton Capitals U11 are WOAA Tier 1 champions
The Walkerton Capitals U11 team competed in the Ontario Minor Hockey Association (OMHA) championships April 5-7, having qualified with a 4-1 win over Saugeen Shores in the WOAA final representing Tier 1.
Regional organizations promote equitable access to tax services
It’s tax season and most people are busy doing their own taxes or paying someone to do them. However, since access to tax services is not equitable, United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) and Poverty to Prosperity Huron Perth (P2P) are spreading the word about an existing service available to residents who
MC Board reviews changes to Conservation Authority Act
The Maitland Conservation (MC) board of directors reviewed the results of the new singular Conservation Authority Regulations that now replaces MVCA’s previous Regulations (Ontario Regulation 164/06 and R.R.O. Reg 117) and associated changes to the Conservation Authorities Act at the regular MC boar
