Another driver charged with an impaired related offence in the Municipality of North Perth.
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Driver arrested at RIDE program
On June 30 at approximately 11:30 p.m., the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) checkpoint on Perth Line 88 in the Municipality of North Perth.
Survey for North Perth’s transportation master plan extended
North Perth is extending the survey for their transportation master plan (TMP) changes to July 26. Additionally, the municipality hosted a second public meeting regarding the plan on July 12, so that residents that missed the first meeting on June 15 could attend, raise concerns, or ask questions.
North Perth Council Briefs: EV Charging Station Strategy, OP application submitted, closed session meeting pushed again
At the July 18 North Perth council meeting, council discussed an EV charging station strategy jointly undertaken by a number of counties, a late application on a proposed mixed use development, and a closed session meeting pushed back.
Hayleigh Royce crowned 2022-23 Listowel Fair Ambassador
Following a tight competition on July 14 featuring a field of three worthy contestants, only one could be declared the 2022-23 Listowel Agricultural Fair Ambassador. And that ambassador is Hayleigh Royce.
IN PHOTOS: Record-breaking numbers at 166th Listowel Fair
After a long wait, the 166th Listowel Agricultural Fair finally kicked off without a hitch. Elizabeth Johnston, president of the Listowel Agricultural Society, says that despite a rocky few years, in which a full fair had to be postponed, the fair was extremely successful.
Nearby residents concerned over fire behind Erie Meats
After a fire behind Erie Meats was successfully contained and extinguished, resulting in only a few burnt trees, nearby residents are expressing concern over safety – and it isn’t the first time.
Teeswater pool temporarily shut down after pump burns out
On the morning of July 12, pool staff arrived at work to find what Shawnette Crouse, South Bruce’s recreation and facilities manager, called, “a scary situation.”
J. M. McDonald Lumber donates $250,000 to BMGCC project
The Inspiring Our Future Campaign has received its largest support to date with a $250,000 donation to support the major renovations of the Brussels, Morris and Grey Community Centre (BMGCC) from J. M. McDonald Lumber and the McDonald Family.
Maitland Conservation, Scott family recognize landowners and partners in municipal drain demonstration project
“This is a legacy that will carry on for generations,” said Huron-Bruce MPP Lisa Thompson during a celebration at the Scott Farm on Nature Centre Road just outside of Belgrave.
Howick Cruise Night honours two beloved local residents
The Howick Community Centre parking lot was beyond packed with car enthusiasts showing off their prized possessions. The Cruise Night on July 8 put on by the Huron County Cruisers was in memory of two members who passed recently – Marion Feldskov and Bonnie Whitehead. The event drew well over 200 ve
Huron-Kinloss council presented with draft trailer bylaw
Many residents of Huron-Kinloss have concerns about a recently proposed bylaw which would regulate the parking of trailers in residential areas.
Huron County to participate in 2023 Feast on the Farm event
Vicki Lass, director of economic development for Huron County, presented a report to county council last week on the department’s plans for its strategic direction, including a partnership with the Culinary Tourism Alliance to be a host destination for one of their Feast on the Farm events in 2023.
Next Morris-Turnberry council will choose the meeting schedule
With the Oct. 24 municipal election quickly approaching, Morris-Turnberry council decided that they would let the next council weigh in on any changes to the council meeting schedule.
Huron County Business Retention and Expansion Project wins international award
The economic development team from the County of Huron won a prestigious international award for their work on the 2021 Business Retention and Expansion (BR&E) project.
