A little post-holiday rust may have been a contributing factor for the end result on Friday night at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex, but it also likely didn’t help matters that the Listowel Cyclones were hosting one of the GOJHL’s hottest clubs of late.
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Milverton 4 Wheel Drives hosting pair of alumni games, Jan. 21
The Milverton 4 Wheel Drives’ storied 57-year history will take centre stage on Saturday, Jan. 21, when the organization hosts a pair of alumni games prior to the current squad’s WOAA Senior AA Hockey League regular season matchup with the Tavistock Royals.
Thursday morning curling
The Thursday morning open league continues to be a popular winter attraction for curlers of all ages and skill levels at the Listowel Curling Club; pictured are Atwood’s Dave and Frances Long taking advantage of the ice time on Jan. 5. The LCC offers a number of different leagues to suit any schedul
Pharmacies now able to directly prescribe medications for common ailments
The provincial government is making it more convenient for people to connect to care closer to home by launching pharmacist prescribing for some of the most common medical ailments.
Recruitment open for Perth County paramedics
Starting Jan. 9, 2023, Perth County’s Paramedic Services Department will be accepting applications for new members to join its team.
Listowel Farm Toy and Sale draws large crowd
The Listowel Farm Toy and Sale took place on Jan. 7 at the Listowel Agricultural Hall. The venue was packed full of eager toy enthusiasts looking to score their next big find. (Above) Auctioneer Jason Heimpel of Hei-View Auctions held the charity auction at the event with all proceeds going towards
Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing sends letters to Ontario municipalities
The Municipality of North Perth council had two letters on their agenda at their first meeting of the new year, on Jan. 9, from the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, Steve Clark.
Council provides letter in support of Listowel Gardens developers
The council of the Municipality of North Perth is providing a letter of support to developers of Listowel Gardens in their subsidy application.
OPP Festive RIDE campaign concludes
It was a sobering end to the year and start of a new one for the 812 drivers who were charged with a total of 1,258 impaired driving offences by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) during its annual Festive RIDE campaign.
History of Stratford’s 1930 Ontario Tankard curling champions
After this photograph was donated to Stratford-Perth Archives in 1982, the dapper gentlemen in it were identified by long-time local sports reporter Harold “Winger” Thomas as champion curlers from Stratford who won the Ontario Tankard in 1930. They are, front row from left: W.M. Binkley, H.A. Bruce,
Diana Sweets set to transition restaurant into new marketplace, café style business
Diana Sweets officially closed its doors as a restaurant at day’s end on Sunday, Jan. 8. But by the end of next month, owners Matthew and Tami Cressey will be reopening them to introduce the Diana Sweets Marketplace & Café, ushering in a new era for the iconic downtown Listowel business.
St. Mary’s Catholic School to offer French immersion program in September 2023
The Huron-Perth Catholic District School Board is excited to share the developments of a third elementary school to offer a French Immersion (FI) program within the district.
Former Listowel Public Works building in need of new roof
A historical heritage building in Listowel is in need of a new roof that could cost the municipality over half a million dollars.
Lions Club of Listowel hosts bottle drive
The future Lions Club of Listowel held a bottle drive to support those in need in the community on Jan. 7 at Smith’s Market Square in Listowel. Pictured from left: Listowel Lions Joyce Van Santen, Nicole Boneschansker, Cathy Lago, Greg Marles and Keith Van Santen.
Ontario’s property inventory up by over $37B in 2022
The Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) recently reported that Ontario’s property inventory grew by more than $37 billion this past year. In 2022, MPAC reported $37.8 billion in new assessment, which includes new construction and additions to existing properties.
