Few activities can rival the thrill of going down the hill on a toboggan. The only downfall to sledding is the climb back up the hill before taking another slide down, however everyone is all smiles as they make their way back up. The hill at Centennial Park is a popular spot for kids of all ages in
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South Bruce Grey Health Centre says it won’t jeopardize patient, staff safety to reopen ERs
Michael Barrett, CEO of the South Bruce Grey Health Centre (SBGHC), provided the board with an update on what’s happening regarding getting the hospitals in Walkerton and Chesley back up to where they can provide full service in their emergency departments instead of closing overnight.
North Huron man crashes stolen vehicle, facing several charges
A North Huron resident is facing several charges following a string of events that took place last month in Wingham.
Province says free COVID rapid tests available at pharmacies, grocery stores beginning Feb. 9
The province says more than 44 million COVID-19 rapid testing kits will be made available to the general public for at-home use.
North Perth approves asphalt resurfacing work for Line 81
As part of the 2022 asphalt resurfacing program, staff brought forward a recommendation at the Feb. 7, council meeting to partner in the County of Perth Asphalt Reconstruction program again in 2022.
LDSS Library Learning Commons purchases swing chair
The LDSS Library Learning Commons recently purchased some adaptive furniture thanks to the generosity of the late Elizabeth Klockman. Ms. Klockman truly cared about children throughout her teaching career, and the therapy ball chair and swing chair purchased for the library in her name is a fine tri
Cyclones drop pair of home tests in return to action
Following an extended layoff that spanned a month and a half, the Listowel Junior Cyclones returned to the ice for regular season play over the weekend, dropping a pair of home matchups to the Caledon Bombers and Stratford Warriors.
West Grey defendant enters guilty plea in 2019 death of Brockton man
Ronald Seifried, 60, of West Grey pleaded guilty in Walkerton Court on Feb. 2, to charges of dangerous driving causing death, and failing to remain and provide assistance.
Regional unemployment rate jumps to 4.6 per cent
In January, the unemployment rate for the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region increased by 1.6 percentage points to 4.6 per cent. At the same time, the provincial unemployment rate increased by 0.3 percentage points to 6.1 per cent, both unadjusted for seasonality.
Howick’s 2021 issued building permits surpass previous year
Howick Township’s Chief Building Official David Kopp said 2021 was a good year, and it is looking like the first half of 2022 will follow suit.
Enbridge, North Perth Fire Dept. partner to bring fire, carbon monoxide deaths down to zero
On Feb. 7, Enbridge Gas, the Fire Marshal’s Public Fire Safety Council and the North Perth Fire Department (NPFD) announced they are working to improve home safety and bring fire and carbon monoxide-related deaths down to zero.
Driver charged with impaired operation
Perth County Ontario Provincial Police officers were conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (R.I.D.E.) program on Jan. 29 just before 1 a.m. on Mill Street East, in Perth East, when a vehicle stop was conducted.
Shoplifter charged in Listowel
A person has been charged for theft after they were caught shoplifting at a local business.
Multiple Perth East thefts reported
A number of people have reported that their vehicles and sheds were entered in the Township of Perth East over the winter.
Impaired driving charge laid in Listowel
Another driver has been charged with impaired driving after a traffic stop in the Municipality of North Perth earlier this month.
