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Just because we can, should we?
We are nearly one week into the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing, China, and in the Wilson household, the TV has been tuned in for a lot of the action.
Beware of ‘heart attack snow’ – a real killer
Snow, glorious snow! It looks pretty when tree branches are covered with it and fields are pristine white, with perhaps a trail of delicate deer footprints along a fence.
dynafit University announces relocation in spring
As the COVID-19 pandemic prepares to close out its second full year, the local business community continues to adapt to what is a constantly-evolving, seemingly all-encompassing situation.
Impaired driver also charged with trafficking
A Stratford resident is facing drug trafficking charges along with an impaired operation charge following a collision in North Perth last week.
OTF grant supports technology upgrades at BBBS Listowel
In 2020, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Listowel and District received a $7,000 Resilient Communities Fund grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) to upgrade the agency’s technological resources.
Local couple celebrates 65th wedding anniversary
Life has a funny way of panning out. One simple course of action early on can have a direct effect on the path one takes for the rest of their time spent on this earth.
North Perth Fire Department seeking new recruits
“There’s just nothing better than that feeling if you were able to help someone on their very worst day.”
Conservative Party needs to focus on ‘issues that actually matter’ to Canadians, says Nater
Following a rocky week inside the Conservative Party of Canada ranks, Perth-Wellington MP John Nater says it is time to move forward.
North Perth recommends OPA regarding additional residential units
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.
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.
