The start of an exciting new chapter and innovative partnership for Bluewater District School Board’s (BWDSB’s) Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) Agriculture program is being celebrated.
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Next steps for Durham Street bridge project outlined at meeting
“Replacement” has been removed from the Durham Street bridge project, as the county proceeds with its plan to conduct emergency repairs on the venerable and well-used structure. The stated intention of the county is to follow up with phase two – not replacement, but rehabilitation.
MRCC provides educational experience for students, Scouts
The Middle Maitland Rejuvenation Committee took Ms Crawford’s class from North Perth Westfield Elementary School on an outdoor education event on April 22 in honour of Earth Day.
Ground broken on MAP 59 project
At the May 6 ceremonial groundbreaking of the Memorial Arena Park ‘59 (MAP 59) project, all those in attendance shared the sentiment the event felt like a full-circle moment.
County to begin offering one-time 30-day extension to subdivision, condominium applications
Council amended a bylaw to allow the delegation of authority to allow staff to grant a temporary one-time extension of three months for draft approval to plans of subdivision and condominium plans at the May 2 meeting.
Gutter politics
Official Opposition leader Pierre Poilievre created quite a stir in the past couple of weeks with his pledge to use the notwithstanding clause to override any laws that don’t suit his worldview in a bizarre op-ed piece in which he trashed every form of business association going.
County to comment on provincial planning changes
Bruce County council will be submitting comments to the province on this spring’s changes to planning legislation.
Three local gyms welcomed over 100 Grade 7 students
Three of North Perth local gyms welcomed over 100 Grade 7 students from North Perth Westfield Elementary School to learn about the importance of fitness.
Luke Brubacher drafted by Hamilton Tiger-Cats, eyes up NFL career
The Hamilton Tiger-Cats selected eight Canadian players in the May 1 Canadian Football League (CFL) draft – including 6’5”, 246-pound defensive lineman Luke Brubacher from Listowel who was drafted 16th overall in round two.
Cyclones split first two Sutherland Cup games
The Listowel Cyclones split the opening games of their Sutherland Cup final series with the St. Marys Lincolns, losing a 3-2 squeaker at home in the opening game on May 3 before taking game four by a 4-1 count on the road April 5.
Ty Cross played 8-ball for 30 hours to raise funds for ALS
As part of the Challenge Accepted Foundation, Ty Cross began playing 8-ball on May 4 at 10 a.m. and continued playing until 4 p.m. the following day at Wroxeter Community Hall to raise funds for ALS.
May 9, 2024 turnbacks
2014 – A bylaw to bring ATVs to the trails in North Perth was defeated for the third time after a vote from North Perth Council.
The Blyth Festival Art Gallery’s Community Show features artistic expression from all ages
BLYTH – The Blyth Festival Art Gallery is hosting its annual community show May 11 through May 31, highlighting a diverse range of pieces from local artists of all ages.
Legionnaires season opens with Junior/Senior tilt
The Listowel Senior and Junior Legionnaires will tune up for regular season baseball by playing an exhibition game at the John Bell Diamond on May 3. Game time is 7:30pm.
Public access phones outside OPP buildings updated to new E-phones
Members of the public who visit West Region detachments after-hours will have access to a new public access calling system outside OPP facilities.
