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News

North Perth resident charged with luring youth

Midwestern Newspapers June 8, 2023Listowel Banner, Police

Perth County OPP have laid charges in relation to a sexual offence investigation that occurred in the Municipality of North Perth.

PC Connect launches new library bus passes

Midwestern Newspapers June 8, 2023Independent Plus, Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Perth County residents can borrow a plethora of items from their local library, including PC Connect fare passes, beginning June 12.

Public health shares air quality statement for Huron-Perth

Midwestern Newspapers June 8, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Earlier this week, Environment Canada and the Province of Ontario issued a special air quality statement for many regions in Ontario, including Huron-Perth.

Rothwell CBO motion passes unanimously

Melissa Dunphy June 8, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Councillor Allan Rothwell’s motion regarding building officials was brought to the North Perth council table again after a nearly three-week long break between meetings.

Community Living celebrates with #ITookABreak23

Submitted June 8, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News

May was Community Living Month in Ontario, and on May 31, the organization celebrated with #ITookABreak23. Throughout the month of May, Community Living associations across the province celebrated Community Living Month. This month is a time to celebrate the rights, choices and inclusion for people

Monkton comms tower receives support in public consultation

Melissa Dunphy June 8, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

The proposed telecommunications tower for Monkton was discussed at North Perth council’s June 5 meeting, where staff returned to council with the two comments they received during the consultation phase of the project.

Elma TPS hosts track and field meet

Dan McNee June 8, 2023Listowel Banner, Sports

Elma Township Public School conducted its track and field day on May 31, holding all aspects of track events across multiple divisions.

Legionnaires, Hitmen play to entertaining draw

Dan McNee June 8, 2023Listowel Banner, Sports

While it would have been interesting to see how things played out over another inning, no doubt both the Listowel Legionnaires and Hanover Hitmen were satisfied with the result of what was a closely-contested Midwestern Ontario Senior Baseball League tilt on June 2.

Listowel Baptist Church disperses garage sale funds

Submitted June 8, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

The Listowel Baptist Church’s garage sale on May 19-20 yielded almost $30,000, which was split four ways ($7,454.80) and given to local organizations in Listowel.

Atwood firefighters feed hundreds at breakfast

Dan McNee June 8, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News

Atwood and the surrounding community once again turned out in droves for the Atwood station of the North Perth Fire Department’s annual breakfast on June 4.

New building inspector appointed for North Perth

Melissa Dunphy June 8, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

At its June 5 meeting, North Perth council enacted a bylaw to appoint a building inspector, zoning administrator, bylaw enforcement officer, property standards officer, plumbing inspector and sewage system inspector.

North Perth submits RFP for EarlyON programs, services

Melissa Dunphy June 8, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

At its June 5 meeting, North Perth council heard a presentation from the municipality’s Manager of Programs, Amy Gangl, surrounding the City of Stratford’s request for proposals (RFPs) sent out on May 26. The City of Stratford published RFPs to “provide the mandatory core services for the EarlyON pr

Bylaw exemption given to Listowel Agricultural Fair

Melissa Dunphy June 8, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

With the annual Listowel Agricultural Fair just around the corner, a letter of correspondence was sent by the President of the Listowel Agricultural Society, Elizabeth Johnston, to the Municipality of North Perth.

Pools, splash pad to open June 12

Melissa Dunphy June 8, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

With summer just around the corner, it’s time to get the swimsuits on and the sunscreen slathered as North Perth aquatic facilities are set to open next week.

Art Hunt 2.0 set for June 24

Dan McNee June 8, 2023Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Following the success of the inaugural Art Hunt last year in Listowel and the surrounding area, the second edition is now ready to go later this month. And the ‘finders keepers’ rule is still very much in effect.

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Recruiting new volunteer tax-filers for the upcoming season

United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) is looking for community members to volunteer in local tax clinics for the 2026 tax season.

Perth County OPP puts funding towards strangulation, IPV training

Detective Sergeant Tara Bolstad informed the Perth County OPP detachment board at their meeting on Nov. 12 of funds used from provincial grants this year – the focus of all mentioned on the local issue of Intimate Partner Violence (IPV). 

See all Listowel area articles.

Donations to Walkerton Fire Association go towards training equipment

The Walkerton Fire Association has received donations.

Donations for ‘Buy-A-Bone’ X-Ray campaign

Funds given to X-Ray Fundraising Committee Co-chair, including $3,000, $5,000 and $30,000 donations.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Two arrested after break-in; impaired drivers in Howick

Huron County OPP has charged two individuals following a break-in at a business property on Londesboro Road on Nov. 17. 

Recruiting new volunteer tax-filers for the upcoming season

United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) is looking for community members to volunteer in local tax clinics for the 2026 tax season.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

What do we do with all the dark?

Happy new year! Yup. You heard me. The family of Jesus’ followers around the world is celebrating…

World Diabetes Day: Myths, facts, why it matters

Every year on Nov. 14, people around the world recognize World Diabetes Day (WDD) – a day that honours Canadian scientist Sir Frederick Banting (on his birthday), who co-discovered insulin alongside Charles Best in 1922.

The meaning behind Diabetes Awareness Month

November marks Diabetes Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on a disease that affects millions of people worldwide – including right here in North Perth.

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Two arrested after break-in; impaired drivers in Howick

By Submitted

Huron County OPP has charged two individuals following a break-in at a business property on Londesboro Road on Nov. 17. 

Recruiting new volunteer tax-filers for the upcoming season

By Submitted

United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) is looking for community members to volunteer in local tax clinics for the 2026 tax season.

30-year-old fire truck rides off into sunset

By Cory Bilyea

Rescue 7 rolled into service when the Spice Girls topped the charts and dial‑up internet was still a novelty.

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