The North Perth Police Services Board met on Wednesday, July 20, where two officers were recognized for their recent efforts. Constable Bill DeKoning and Sergeant Barry Cookson were both presented coins recognizing their exemplary efforts in serving the public – DeKoning for his ongoing work with th
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Housing density concerns raised once again by Rothwell
Coun. Allan Rothwell once again raised concerns about housing density in the proposed Lunor subdivision, which has been slated for development in Listowel’s east end since 2004.
Five Listowel School of Dance members land spots at world dance championships
After two years of pandemic-related hiatuses and cancellations, the Listowel School of Dance (LSOD) returned to full competition status in 2022 and wasted little time in showing why it’s one of the finest institutions in midwestern Ontario.
Fifty Archives Treasures: The tale of legendary racehorse The Eel
This is Week 28 of a continuing series of articles celebrating the fiftieth anniversary of the Stratford-Perth Archives and 50 of its treasures. This week’s treasure is a painting of a very famous horse, The Eel, and some of his trophies, seen here in a 1969 photograph, also from the Archives’ colle
Under construction
Construction has begun at the site of a new retail building in Listowel, pictured here on July 21. The building, located between Zehrs and Wal-Mart, will host a new Dollarama store. The building also includes space for additional retail stores.
Turnbacks for July 28, 2022
Ten Years Ago 2012 – Sarah Scott was crowned Listowel Fair Ambassador. Listowel teen, Emma…
Wadded Up monster truck event rips through Listowel
The Listowel Fairgrounds continued to be a busy spot on Saturday, as capacity crowds attended the Wadded Up monster truck event for two shows. The afternoon show featured displays of speed and agility from the Wadded Up, Xtreme Jim, Canadian Crusher and SWAT monster trucks, as well as motocross aeri
Volunteers needed for Listowel Memorial Arena Park committee
Although there has been virtually no activity at the former Listowel Memorial Arena site this year, plans are still very much in place for a park to be constructed on the property.
Building permit fees up 38 per cent year-over-year in North Perth
One look around the landscape of North Perth will tell you that construction is booming in the municipality.
Howick council extends grass cutting contract with 8-10 per cent increase
The township has agreed to extend its grass cutting contract with Aeration Plus for this year, with an increase of between eight to 10 per cent.
Neighbour’s complaints pressure council to help pay for improvements at Fordwich Ball Diamond
Council has agreed to help – in one way or another – the Fordwich Parks and Community Association with the installation of additional fencing and netting at the Fordwich Ball Diamond to stop foul balls from hitting a neighbouring property.
Dan Fritz, McDonagh Insurance Brokers donate $25,000 to BMGCC reno
McDonagh Insurance Brokers ($5,000) and employee Dan Fritz ($20,000) have pooled their resources to make a combined $25,000 donation to the Inspiring Our Future Campaign, which will support the renovation and expansion project at the Brussels, Morris and Grey Community Centre (BMGCC).
Dog tag, cemetery, ice rental fees going up in South Bruce
Council approved changes to the fees associated with dog tags and kennels, cemeteries and ice rentals at its July 12 meeting.
‘Busy couple months’ for Morris-Turnberry’s building department
May and June, to put it simply, were “a couple of busy months,” according to Kirk Livingston.
MT council not happy with late bills from engineer on Blyth Creek drain project
Council is hoping the engineer of the Blyth Creek municipal drain project will take on some of the financial burden of cost overruns on the project.
