2023 started in much the same way as 2022 ended for real estate sale in North Perth – on a decline.
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LivFit expands to bigger, better Listowel location
LivFit has quickly become the place to be for North Perth’s fitness enthusiasts. The gym has recently moved to a new location, in order to better serve its rapidly-growing membership. Just a 240-metre distance from its previous building, LivFit has taken over the facility that previously housed dyna
Eden Grove has public meeting at Perth County council
At the Perth County council meeting on Jan. 26, the new Eden Grove development just north of Listowel was the topic of conversation.
New digital sign installed at Listowel Legion
The finishing touches are put on the new digital sign outside Branch 259 of the Royal Canadian Legion on Elizabeth Street East in Listowel on Feb. 2.
Elma students take part in Mental Health Awareness Week
With the 2023 edition of Bell Let’s Talk Day falling late last month, Elma Township Public School students took part in a variety of activities and initiatives coinciding with the growing movement designed to keep the conversation going pertaining to strengthening mental health.
Valentine’s Day and the Stratford YWCA
On Feb. 18, 1927 the Stratford Mirror newspaper had a short article about a fundraising event for the city’s Young Women’s Christian Association – “The annual tea and home baking sale under the auspices of the board of directors of the YWCA was held in the beautiful home of Mrs. R. I. Whitman, 90 Wi
When do you feel happiness?
There’s a story on the internet that goes something like this: An Englishman, a Frenchman and a Russian are having a beer and talking about happiness. The Englishman says, “Happiness is coming home, sitting down by the fire and putting your feet into warm slippers.” Then the Frenchman chimes in:
Library hosts inventors’ workshop
The Listowel branch of the North Perth Public Library hosted an inventors’ workshop on Feb. 2, with local families taking advantage of an enjoyable morning assembling some unique creations using K’Nex construction toys. Pictured: (Above) Alie, Jenni, Malcolm and Stella Linthorst of Gowanstown displa
PPC leader Bernier, supporters gather in Atwood
One year after protesters in support of ending pandemic-related mandates and restrictions drove hundreds of vehicles through Perth and Wellington counties draped in Canadian flags with horns honking, People’s Party of Canada (PPC) leader Maxime Bernier attended a gathering at the Elma Memorial Commu
Atwood resident wins North Perth Dog Park logo contest
As plans continue to come together for the future North Perth Dog Park, another aspect of its branding process was crossed off the list earlier this month following the selection of a logo for the site through a contest held by its organizing committee.
Update coming to North Perth Strategic Plan
Municipal staff have begun the planning process for an update of the North Perth Corporate Strategic Plan for this council’s term in office.
Listowel couple celebrates diamond anniversary
On the morning of their 60th wedding anniversary last Thursday, Harvey and Ruth Bailey were both grappling with the same question.
Four new parks planned for North Perth
The municipality is starting the development of four parks in North Perth. It recently circulated a request for proposals (RFPs) for consulting services for park development for four locations in North Perth. These include Dallmitch in Atwood, and in Listowel, Hannah’s Haven, Lunor and Nichol Proper
Once in a lifetime: Adare Castle wins O’Brien Award
The O’Brien Award is something horsemen dream about.
