One issue that arose during 2022 budget deliberations was the need for a retaining wall at the Optimist Park playground adjacent to the arena.
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Skating oval still an attraction
Despite yo-yo weather patterns that have included extreme cold, snow, rain and unusually warm temperatures, the skating oval in Lobies Park continues to attract skaters of all ages – a credit to the hard work of recreation department staff. The skating oval and cross-country ski trail have proved to
Brockton passes budget with 3.51 per cent increase
Brockton had a productive budget meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 15, and ironed out the final details, deciding on a 3.51 per cent increase for an overall 2022 budget of $10,432,163.
MZO public meeting ties labour market issues to housing availability
Brockton has a lot of land that’s ready to be developed in the area of the East Ridge Business Park.
Flip the switch
Seasonal affective disorder, or SAD as it’s referred to, is a form of depression that occurs during the fall and winter months when there is less light. One of the main treatments for SAD is phototherapy, or light therapy, which uses light to provide healing and reduce the condition’s symptoms.
Perth East resident charged with spousal assault
The Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Perth East resident after an assault during a domestic occurrence.
Local charged with three counts of shoplifting
A suspect has been charged after thefts from a local business in the Municipality of North Perth.
Police seek suspects in Listowel break and enter
Police are looking for suspects after a business/residence was broken into earlier this month
Wingham Hospital accepted back into emerg locum program
The Wingham Emergency Department, which has not been part of the provincial Emergency Department Locum Program (EDLP) for several years, has received notification that it has been accepted back into the program.
Emergencies Act invoked for first time in response to blockades, occupation
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau declared a national emergency in response to the recent blockades of Canada-U.S. border crossings and the occupation of Wellington Street in downtown Ottawa.
Cycs pick up pair of wins as home stand continues
The Listowel Junior Cyclones were firing on all cylinders last week, picking up four valuable points in the GOJHL’s Midwestern Conference standings after securing victories over the Kitchener-Waterloo Siskins and Brantford Bandits amidst a six-game home stand.
Student nursing placement key recruitment strategy for Listowel, Wingham hospitals
Health human resources remain a pressure point throughout the region. The Listowel Wingham Hospitals Alliance human resources department and the clinical team continue to actively recruit new hires.
Multicultural Association tempts your sweet tooth to raise funds to ‘bring back a smile’ for local boy
The Multicultural Association of Perth- Huron has set a fundraising goal of $5,000 to help fix the smile of Denuwan P Rambuka Liyanage, a five-year-old boy from North Perth who has lost all of his teeth due to a dental problem.
Perth-Wellington to receive rural high-speed internet boost
As part of the Ontario government’s plan to connect every community to high-speed internet by the end of 2025, more than 750 homes, farms and businesses in Perth and Wellington counties will gain access to fast, reliable broadband this year.
Organization celebrates 125 years of supporting, inspiring women
One of the longest-standing sisterhoods in the world, founded in Ontario and now worldwide, is celebrating a major milestone.
