HOWICK – The Township of Howick is officially declaring the Month of June as Pride Month, but opposed flying the Pride flag.
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Connie Borth retires from the Brockton Child Care Centre
Connie Borth always thought of retirement as something to look forward to, at some time in the distant future. Now that retirement is only days away, she’s making the most of every moment she spends with the child care kids she adores, doing the job she loves at the Brockton Child Care Centre.
Public survey for proposed ATV trail use now live
A survey on the municipality’s website is gathering feedback about the proposed ATV use of the North Perth Trail Network.
Hospital petition draws 3,700 names
West Grey Mayor Keven Eccles says the battle to save the Durham hospital is on.
Poppy Rock ceremony honours Formosa veterans
The first Poppy Rock ceremony of 2024 was held at Immaculate Conception Cemetery in Formosa on Wednesday, May 15, at 10 a.m.
Sacred Heart High School awarded gold at Skills Ontario Competition
Applications for Bruce Power’s annual post-secondary scholarships are now open and students from Bruce, Grey and Huron counties are eligible to apply before June 16.
Building fees increase halted until more information provided to council
North Perth council held a special public meeting to discuss building department fees on May 13.
Chance encounter inspires memories of life off-line
I recently found myself chatting with a stranger at a party. As we traded pleasantries, the topic of occupation came up and he explained he was a farmer, while I confessed to being a journalist (an admission that can induce some diverse reactions these days).
Applications open for Bruce Power’s post-secondary scholarship program
Applications for Bruce Power’s annual post-secondary scholarships are now open and students from Bruce, Grey and Huron counties are eligible to apply before June 16.
MVCA planning renovations for better office accessibility
HOWICK – The Maitland Conservation Authority (MVCA) discussed a report on awarding the contract for accessibility renovations to the MVCA administration office main entrance and washrooms at its May 15 meeting.
Howick Council receives funding for two lifeguards
HOWICK – Council here received notification that funding has been approved for two out of the six positions the township applied for under the 2024 Canada Summer Jobs program.
Walk for Alzheimer’s returns to Huron and Perth
WINGHAM - The IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer’s returns with a chance to participate in locations across Huron and Perth Counties.
Howick Council to enter agreement with new pound service
HOWICK – The Township of Howick has been without pound service since the Wingham Vet Clinic cancelled the previous agreement in June 2023.
Harrison celebrates 50 years of harmony
Dorothy Harrison, a long-time member of Listowel’s Mapletone Chorus, is celebrating 50 years with Sweet Adelines International, a global music organization dedicated to advancing women’s barbershop harmony through education and performance.
Industrial, residential developments proposed for north end of Listowel
North Perth council members seemed to support a large development at the north end of Listowel which includes industrial, commercial, and residential areas, however, decided to defer a final decision to a meeting next month.
