Paddyfest 2023 was in full swing last weekend, with a variety of events on the docket. Celebrations continue this week with Trivia and Taps (Thursday), the kids’ dance (Friday), main concert at the Kerr Complex (Friday), parade (Saturday), Homecoming (Saturday) and Legion brunch (Sunday). A full lis
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Listowel gym owner publishes second book
Any successful author typically writes about what they know. In Alison Brown’s case, she knows a great deal about the balancing act that comes with being a mother of three and a personal fitness expert; she also knows a lot about what it’s like to lay in bed awake at night, worrying about things out
Origins of St. Patrick’s Day, local and abroad
On Friday we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Traditionally, many wear green to participate in the festivities. Although St. Patrick actually wore blue, the colour green was adopted during a series of Irish rebellions in the eighteenth century in order to gain independence from England. The colour stuck
Jesus is enough
“We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you, because we have heard of your faith in Christ Jesus and of the love you have for all God’s people – the faith and love that spring from the hope stored up for you in heaven and about which you have already heard in the
Out with the old and in with the new at revamped Diana Sweets
As the iconic downtown Listowel business enters a new era, Diana Sweets Marketplace and Café wants to remind people to be patient with them as they reopen their freshly- renovated doors on March 16.
New tech requirements announced for Grade 9-10 students
On March 10, MPP for Perth-Wellington Matthew Rae, Minister of Education Stephen Lecce, and Associate Minister of Women’s Social and Economic Opportunity Charmaine Williams, announced a Technological Education credit requirement for Grade 9 and 10 students, beginning in September 2024.
North Perth Chamber of Commerce seeking information on bad cell service for residents
The North Perth Chamber of Commerce is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying gaps in cell service in the community.
Snell gets council support for AMO application
At the March 13 meeting, CAO Kriss Snell brought forth a report to North Perth council, seeking support as he applied for a position on The Association of Municipalities Ontario (AMO) Board of Directors.
Green light given to proceed with North Perth operating budget
On March 8, budget talks continued at North Perth council for the first time since its initial visioning session in January.
Council approves creation of six building lots in Lowertown Wingham
Council has approved a zoning bylaw amendment request from Vandeven Holdings that will allow for the creation of six building lots in Lowertown Wingham.
M-T finds budget savings in public works projects
In a small piece of good news for Morris-Turnberry taxpayers, several tenders for public works projects included in the 2023 budget have come in lower than anticipated.
United Way Perth-Huron board of directors looks to add members
Part of what makes United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) strong is its committed volunteers working behind the scenes to ensure the organization continues moving forward and serving the communities of Perth-Huron. Now, UWPH is looking to add a new treasurer and a director from Huron County to its board.
Howick Township council approves first draft of budget
On Feb. 28, at a special council meeting, the first draft budget was presented by Treasurer Brenda Weishar to members of Howick council.
Shoreline mapping
Maitland Conservation (MC) held a Shoreline Mapping information centre on March 7 at the Knights of Columbus Centre in Goderich, showcasing the completed draft hazard mapping and speaking to citizens about how this may affect their shoreline property.
Signs damaged in Morris-Turnberry
Sometime over the weekend of March 3, unknown people damaged numerous road signs in the Municipality of Morris-Turnberry, signs which include stop signs.
