At the Dec. 15 Perth County council meeting, a structure replacement on one of the county’s busiest roads was a topic of conversation.
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Milverton All Wheels Park receives $40K grant
The Optimist Club of Mornington has been awarded a grant of $40,000 to support the Milverton All Wheels Park Project. This represents the largest single grant in the program’s history.
‘Souper Fundraiser’ raises funds for Listowel hospital
The Kitchen Cupboard & Icebox ‘Souper Fundraiser’ was held once again the week of the CKNX Health Care Heroes Radiothon. Kitchen Cupboard owner Karen Haverkamp and her staff have ran an event for the Radiothon for the past 14 years, donating in excess of $10,000. Pictured: Listowel Memorial Hospital
North Perth appoints new integrity commissioner
A new integrity commissioner was appointed at the North Perth council meeting on Dec. 19.
Dog park committee launches logo design competition
The future North Perth Dog Park continues to build momentum, and its organizing committee is launching a local contest to help further brand the Listowel four-legged recreational site.
Set7 to submit application for round three of provincial funding
An update on the Set7 Skills and Technology North Perth and Region Learning Hub was provided at the Dec. 19 Municipality of North Perth council meeting.
Reindeer games
Milverton Public School held its 2022 Christmas concert on Wednesday, Dec. 14, with its student body providing a variety of entertaining songs and dances for everyone in attendance. Pictured: Grade 1 students Lillie Poole and Madelyn Van Herk perform the ‘Eight Little Reindeer’ rap.
2023 North Perth budget survey submissions nearly tripled from last year
In preparation for the 2023 North Perth budget process, residents were asked to provide input as to their priorities and preferences for the annual municipal budget.
Council approves zoning bylaw amendment for Teeswater business
Council has approved a request, with provisions, from a Teeswater business looking for a zoning bylaw amendment to allow outdoor wedding ceremonies in the residential – low density zone.
South Bruce approves changes to building permit fees
Building permit fees in South Bruce will increase as of Jan. 1.
Durham driver charged after ditching vehicle in West Perth
A Durham resident has been charged after their vehicle ended up in a ditch earlier this month.
Housing market continues downward trend in November
There is a visible trend in the Brockton housing market – average sale prices are coming down, and more houses are available on the market.
WDCS students hold successful canned food drive
A pair of classes at Walkerton District Community School teamed up to host a food drive for the local food bank.
Rest, breathe, re-charge
Set the stuff down. “Maybe there’s nothing wrong with you at all. Maybe you’re human, trying so hard to carry a load that’s too heavy for any human to carry.”
WDHF Christmas Campaign underway
The Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation announced on Dec. 15 that more than $45,000 has been raised thus far for the Dr. R.J. Creighton Family Birthing Centre at the Walkerton Hospital through its annual Christmas Campaign.
