The Listowel District Secondary School tech department is wrapping up the call for nominations for potential inductees into its Lightning Tech Hall of Fame.
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Wallace history book receives grant from municipality
A group of volunteers working to publish an update of Magnified Memories, a book documenting the history of Wallace Township, has received a financial boost from North Perth council.
Upstart conversation group aimed at helping bridge language barriers
It’s staggering to comprehend everything that must be taken into account when deciding to uproot and move to an entirely new country.
‘Shamrock Sharing’ lottery winners announced
Alex Coombs was the big winner in the Listowel Kinette Club’s annual Shamrock Sharing draw conducted during Paddyfest celebrations. Coombs’ winning ticket netted him $2,800.
Listowel water clarity discussed by council
A report from Mark Hackett, manager of environmental services for North Perth, on the drinking water quality management standard infrastructure review sparked a brief conversation about the water discoloration experienced by some Listowel residents earlier this year.
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Ever had an invitation to get in on something big? Like something so ludicrously good you couldn’t say no? Something that you know up front could cost you a lot, but the guaranteed return if it’s even close to true, is a no-brainer?
Art of the wedding invitation
With spring around the corner, wedding season will soon be upon us. Brides and grooms will be getting ready for their big day. Dresses, suits or tuxes, flowers, and a venue will have all been chosen.
Adults need to consider the future of the next generation
Our world is changing drastically and quickly. All of our lives are being impacted. After years of warnings from scientists, no one has changed, no country has changed. If you are reading this, you are likely an adult, and you are the one that needs to change to help my generation.
Fundraiser established for Atwood man paralyzed in March snowmobile accident
“It was just the biggest freak accident. I still don’t really know what went down, because we weren’t there. Shelby was with him but said the snow was kicked up when he was in front of her. Then he just vanished.”
Inaugural ‘Tastes of the World in North Perth’ a success
The Listowel Agricultural Society hosted its inaugural ‘Tastes of the World in North Perth’ on Sunday, April 23 at the Agricultural Hall, which featured 11 different countries offering a variety of multicultural culinary delights. The event also offered attendees the opportunity to learn about diffe
Milverton Lions break ground on Knollcrest Courtyard project
The Milverton Lions Club has broken ground on a project more than three years in the making.
$2.248M contract awarded for Elma Street West reconstruction
Council has awarded the contract for the reconstruction of a portion of Elma Street West in Listowel.
Vince Judge named Citizen of the Year
The council of the Municipality of North Perth marked the return of Volunteer Appreciation Night on Tuesday, April 18 for the first time since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. The event at the Elma Memorial Community Centre in Atwood saw a great turnout from the community.
Brant Tract goes to the dogs, April 22
Green grass and soft rain on a hiking trail in southern Ontario aren’t what people usually think of when it comes to sled dog events.
