LISTOWEL - The owner of a converted bank barn – which was placed under an order to prohibit occupancy as a wedding venue from North Perth’s Chief Building Official (CBO) last November – is now seeking a tent permit extension to keep his business going and until he can afford to bring the structure i
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Turning Corners rounding the edges of rock and roll; mixes nostalgic hits with contemporary sound
“The crowd can probably expect a bit of a vintage look and vintage sound. We strive to recreate that sound on stage from the musicians that we most admire throughout those golden years of music.” -Graeme Beaton
North Perth Council approves details in Community Living’s build plan
LISTOWEL - North Perth Council got its first look at Community Living North Perth’s new build, and gave its first approval.
Perth County projects minimum 7.98% hike to budget in 2027
STRATFORD - Perth County Council had its first glimpse at the 2027 budget on June 18.
Rippers win both games in double header against Tigers
WINGHAM - The HCFL Wroxeter/Wingham Rippers went up against the Brussels Tigers in a double header in Wingham on June 28. The Rippers claimed an 12-0 win followed by a 20-0 win.
Wingham Independent Motorcycle Club held its Car, Motorcycle and Plane Show on June 27
WINGHAM - The Wingham Independent Motorcycle Club held its Car, Motorcycle and Plane Show on June 27 at the Wingham Airport.
Maitland River Community Church hosts Family Fun Day
WINGHAM - Maitland River Community Church in Wingham hosted a Family Fun Day event on June 27 in its parking lot area.
Wingham Sportsmen Association celebrate 70th anniversary
WINGHAM - The Wingham Sportsmen Association celebrated its 70th anniversary on June 26.
Senior Legionnaires win 16-1 over Port Elgin
LISTOWEL - The Listowel Senior Legionnaires were back at the John Bell Diamond in Listowel on June 26 to take on the Port Elgin White Sox.
Red Top Berries hosts annual Summer Kick-Off event
NORTH PERTH – Red Top Berries held its annual Summer Kick-Off event on June 27, drawing families in to pick their own strawberries.
Queen Elizabeth II visits Perth County
It was during this week, 29 years ago, that communities across Perth County were gripped by “Royal Mania” when Queen Elizabeth II visited during an official Royal Tour of Canada.
Perth County OPP lay 66 stop sign-related charges in one week
OPP across the region continue to focus on stop sign and complete stop education and safety.
Provincial soccer quarter final in Listowel this weekend
The Huron Perth United U18 Boys club will take to the field this weekend as part of the Ontario Cup Quarter Finals at Spinrite Field.
Hospital gala raises $550,000
Foundation officials offered “a heartfelt thank you” to everyone who supported this year’s gala.
Municipalities support 10-year community wellbeing plan; addressing gender-based violence a priority for Perth County
Priority pillars locally are identified as housing and homelessness, gender-based violence and mental health and addiction.
