The Perth County OPP is reminding the public to be vigilant and always verify information after a North Perth resident fell victim to a popular scam.
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Theft from Listowel business results in three people being charged
An ongoing investigation into a theft from a business in Listowel’s north end has resulted in charges against three people.
Police respond to Brant Township break-in, make arrest
A Wellington North man is facing charges following his arrest at a break-in at a Brant Township commercial property on Jan. 25.
Crash between SUV, horse and buggy claims one life in Morris-Turnberry
Emergency services are currently at the scene of a fatal crash between and SUV and horse and buggy.
Inflation anxiety: More Canadians say they’re worse off now financially than any time since 2010
A new study from the non-profit Angus Reid Institute (ARI) finds some Canadians struggling more than ever to endure the financial stresses of the pandemic, while others, secured by their relatively strong position of wealth, have seen their economic well-being maintained, if not improved.
North Perth truck theft latest in Perth County
Perth County OPP received a report of a stolen truck on Jan. 19 after it was taken sometime the previous night.
Two Wingham residents charged in Exeter break-in
Huron County OPP have laid charges against four individuals, including two Wingham residents, following a break, enter and theft at an Exeter storage facility earlier this month.
Local business purchases lot in Palmerston Industrial Park
Town council has approved the sale of a Palmerston Industrial Park lot to a local business.
Ontario to ‘cautiously and gradually ease’ public health restrictions starting Jan. 31
Premier Doug Ford was prompt in announcing Thursday morning that COVID-19 public health measures will “cautiously and gradually” ease later this month.
Police seek male wanted in road rage incident
Police are looking for a person of interest after a road rage situation led to an intentional collision.
Assault with weapon charge laid following Listowel incident
One person was charged after an assault in the Municipality of North Perth earlier this month.
Friendly game of shinny
The mid-month cold snap encouraged some local lads to get out on the Wilson Park ice for a friendly game of shinny on Monday afternoon, Jan. 17, in Listowel’s south end.
OPP lays 655 charges during recent Festive RIDE campaign
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) concluded its annual Festive RIDE campaign on Jan. 2, 2022, having charged 655 drivers with impaired driving.
North Perth council agrees to fewer meetings until new clerk hired
Due to current staffing concerns, North Perth council agreed to a request on Jan. 10 by CAO Kriss Snell, who is currently also acting clerk for the municipality, to reduce the number of upcoming council meetings.
Province approves peopleCare Stratford redevelopment
The Government of Ontario approved the long-awaited proposal to rebuild peopleCare Stratford, which will create a brand-new, 160-bed long-term care facility in Stratford.
