Council approved a recommendation for Perth County to approve an Official Plan Amendment, OPA 202, that would remove language in the current Official Plan that includes a five-year age requirement and zoning bylaw amendments if an addition is proposed to an accessory structure.
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SIU charges Hanover police officer in sexual assault investigation
An officer with the Hanover Police Service has been charged by the province’s Special Investigations Unit (SIU) following a sexual assault investigation.
PC Connect usage highest on Listowel to Stratford route
Ridership on PC Connect transit continues to grow at a positive rate month-over-month. According to a report presented to county council on Jan. 27, by the end of December, the service had provided a total of 4,268 rides.
Coupon book supporting area businesses affected by January lockdown offers more than $3,500 in savings
One thing everyone can agree on with the COVID-19 pandemic is that it has been a difficult 21 months for small businesses.
Howick, LDSS teams advance to Junk Drawer Races provincial competition
Teams from two local schools have advanced to the Junk Drawer Races provincial competition.
Counterfeit currency investigation results in charges
One person is facing a number of charges following an investigation into the sale of counterfeit antique money in the Township of Perth East.
Suspect charged in December B&E
One person was charged after an investigation into a break and enter to a business in North Perth in December.
Abide in Him
John 15:5 – “Yes, I am the vine; you are the branches. Those who remain in me, and I in them, will produce much fruit. For apart from me you can do nothing” (NLT).
United Way event shines light on Faces of Homelessness in Huron-Perth
The Faces of Homelessness virtual lunch event held by the United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) on Jan. 27 helped shine a light on the issues which perpetuate homelessness locally and across Canada.
Fifty Archives treasures: Ubelacker Glass Plate Photo Negative Collection
After 50 years of operation, Stratford-Perth Archives houses an ever-growing collection of material that is carefully preserved and made accessible for researchers from not only Perth County, but around the world.
Stop arm cameras being investigated for Perth County school buses
Council showed unanimous support at its Jan. 27 meeting of having staff investigate the implementation of an administrative monetary penalty system, including an automated school bus stop arm camera system, to help stop drivers that ‘blow-by’ school buses while they are stopped to pick up or drop of
Community Living North Perth offers ‘Ultimate Valentine’s Date Night’ this month
With lovers and sweethearts set to celebrate Valentine’s Day in likely more of low-key format for the second straight year, Community Living North Perth (CLNP) is offering a romantic alternative that will also make a difference in the lives of its local clients.
Clothing Loft, Diana Sweets hope to reopen this week
If all goes to plan, patrons of The Clothing Loft and Diana Sweets Restaurant will be able to return in-person to the downtown Listowel businesses this week.
Monday shinny in Atwood
The Atwood Lions Club outdoor rink has been a busy spot this winter, offering both family skating times and slots for some good old Canadian shinny, which locals Ayden Marsh, Owen Smith, Kiyran Coulter and James Armstrong (front) took full advantage of on Monday afternoon, Jan. 31. (Below) Smith eye
Boundary Review Committee talks scenarios to ease enrolment crunch at local schools
The North Perth Boundary Review Committee met on Jan. 19 to discuss possible solutions to the enrolment pressures in the North Perth area and give feedback on some possible scenarios which offer options to help alleviate enrolment pressures in the area.
