TEESWATER – South Bruce council received its annual Asset Management Program review on July 14 from Manager of Finance Mike McMurren, outlining the municipality’s progress in implementing its Asset Management Plan...
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North Perth council supports manufacturing company application to rework former feed mill property
LISTOWEL – West End Manufacturing is looking to retrofit a former feed mill property to support its new location.
Area hospitals to receive $6.2 million in funding
PERTH-WELLINGTON – The Ontario government is investing over $6.2 million to support improved operations and reduced wait times at Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance, Listowel Memorial Hospital and the North Wellington Health Care Corporation.
Huron County recognizes nearly 50 employees with long-service awards
Late last month, Huron County council recognized 48 staff members with special awards for serving the county for at least 10 years.
New park approved for Listowel’s west end
LISTOWEL – A new park will be constructed in Listowel’s west end, off of Twamley Street.
Canada Post and the shuttering of community newspapers
The shuttering of Winnipeg’s Community Review means 200,000 households will no longer get the benefit of a free community newspaper delivered to their door. It also means that more than 800 people who deliver the paper and their families will be affected.
HPPH seeking community feedback on sexual health clinics
Residents of Huron and Perth counties are invited to share their feedback through an online survey that opened on July 13.
Healthcare camp provides head start for aspiring healthcare professionals
HANOVER – Today’s high school students are seeking meaningful, hands-on experiences that help them explore potential career paths well before entering post-secondary education.
HPPH seeking community feedback on sexual health clinics
STRATFORD – Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) is seeking input on its sexual health clinic services. Residents of Huron and Perth counties are invited to share their feedback through an online survey that opened on July 13.
Staff say Elizabeth Street bridge, conduit construction will last until November, will not disrupt Remembrance Day ceremony
LISTOWEL – A tender for the rehabilitation of the Constable James Hamilton Memorial Bridge, located on Elizabeth Street right outside the North Perth Council Chambers, was approved at the July 20 council meeting and construction began on July 27. The project will include the replacement of the Listo
Ottens says Return to Grace offers an authentic Elvis concert experience
Do you remember when you heard that Elvis Presley died? I was 15 and although it was shocking, I admit I wasn’t a fan back then. While I was familiar with some of his biggest hits, I was too young to remember him as that hip-swivelling rock and roll icon in the 1950s.
Paramedics provide care kits to residents experiencing homelessness
STRATFORD – Perth County Paramedics are responding to the needs of some of the most vulnerable in the community this summer through a new initiative to distribute care kits individuals experiencing homelessness.
In Photos: Listowel Lightnings host July 25 swim meet
LISTOWEL - The Listowel Lightning swim team hosted a meet on July 25 at the Listowel Memorial Pool.
Morris-Turnberry council approves new recycling fee for industrial, commerical, institutional properties in 2027
Council here followed staff recommendations, carrying a vote to implement the industrial, commercial, and institutional (ICI) curbside recycling user fee of $160, per bin, effective January 1, 2027.
Etiquette isn’t just for home
Over the weekend I found myself visiting friends and going out for dinner. I went to one of those kinds of places that allow you to pick your own ingredients for your meal. You know, the cooler behind glass with the employee, ideally, building your meal – be it a burger, a salad, a wrap, a sandwich
