Full Spectrum Athletics (FSA) recently presented cheques to the snack programs at two local schools. Eastdale Public School and North Perth Westfield Elementary School each received $565, which was raised during FSA’s first annual slo-pitch tournament in June.
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Exploring the golden age of postcards
Before social media, dating apps, and the exchange of phone numbers, the process of meeting a significant other often relied on introductions. This was especially true during the Victorian era when rules of conduct were very strict.
Rae pens letter to county council regarding bus safety improvements
A letter from Perth-Wellington MPP Matthew Rae was on the agenda at the July 6 Perth County council meeting.
2nd Chances hosts customer appreciation day
2nd Chances in Listowel hosted its customer appreciation day on Saturday, July 8. The event was originally scheduled to take place two years ago to celebrate the store’s 10th anniversary, but was delayed due to COVID restrictions at the time. Attendees were able to enjoy free food, spin the wheel to
Perth County Road Map updated after 10 years
At its July 6 meeting, Perth County council received a report on the Perth County Road Map update and amended the fees and charges bylaw to remove the charge for the map.
Collision leads to charges, July 6
On July 6 at approximately 8:31 p.m., an officer from the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a single motor-vehicle collision on Line 88 in the Municipality of North Perth.
Van Allen Official Plan amendment approved at Perth County level
At its July 6 meeting, Perth County council approved an Official Plan amendment for a Listowel business’s proposed expansion. To begin the discussion, Caroline Baker from Baker Planning Group provided a delegation to county council surrounding the application.
North Perth signs Galbraith camp lease
North Perth council approved signing the agreement between Maitland Conservation (MC) and the municipality for the lease of the Galbraith Conservation Area. Amy Gangl, manager of programs for North Perth, brought forth a draft lease agreement for the conservation area at the July 10 council meeting
Student donates candy stand earnings towards North Perth Westfield playground project
For Emmett Neves, being an entrepreneur comes quite naturally. The eight year old aspiring tycoon is always coming up with ideas and trying to make something to sell.
South Bruce team tours Finland DGR project
Last week, in a venture to learn more about the Canadian nuclear industry’s strategy to dispose of spent nuclear fuel, a group of South Bruce residents travelled to Finland for a one-week fact-finding tour.
Kincardine council says people in this area ‘get it’ about nuclear
Kincardine council met the evening of July 5, hours after the announcement that the province is beginning the planning and consultation process for what the council is already referring to as “Bruce C.”
OFA Viewpoint: Farmers push for change to protect farm animals against stray voltage
Electricity is an essential service for all of us, but for decades, livestock farmers in rural Ontario have been struggling with a devastating side effect of that service that affects both people and animals.
4-H Dairy Club members compete at Eastgen Challenge
It has been a busy week for members of the South Bruce 4-H Dairy Club, with the first show of the season and the fourth meeting.
Bluewater board announces new superintendent of education
The Bluewater District School Board announced the appointment of Wendy Louwerse to the position of superintendent of education.
Regional unemployment rate drops to 4.5 per cent in June
The region’s unemployment rate saw a significant drop in June.
