Starting Jan. 9, 2023, Perth County’s Paramedic Services Department will be accepting applications for new members to join its team.
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Listowel Farm Toy and Sale draws large crowd
The Listowel Farm Toy and Sale took place on Jan. 7 at the Listowel Agricultural Hall. The venue was packed full of eager toy enthusiasts looking to score their next big find. (Above) Auctioneer Jason Heimpel of Hei-View Auctions held the charity auction at the event with all proceeds going towards
Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing sends letters to Ontario municipalities
The Municipality of North Perth council had two letters on their agenda at their first meeting of the new year, on Jan. 9, from the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, Steve Clark.
Council provides letter in support of Listowel Gardens developers
The council of the Municipality of North Perth is providing a letter of support to developers of Listowel Gardens in their subsidy application.
OPP Festive RIDE campaign concludes
It was a sobering end to the year and start of a new one for the 812 drivers who were charged with a total of 1,258 impaired driving offences by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) during its annual Festive RIDE campaign.
History of Stratford’s 1930 Ontario Tankard curling champions
After this photograph was donated to Stratford-Perth Archives in 1982, the dapper gentlemen in it were identified by long-time local sports reporter Harold “Winger” Thomas as champion curlers from Stratford who won the Ontario Tankard in 1930. They are, front row from left: W.M. Binkley, H.A. Bruce,
Diana Sweets set to transition restaurant into new marketplace, café style business
Diana Sweets officially closed its doors as a restaurant at day’s end on Sunday, Jan. 8. But by the end of next month, owners Matthew and Tami Cressey will be reopening them to introduce the Diana Sweets Marketplace & Café, ushering in a new era for the iconic downtown Listowel business.
St. Mary’s Catholic School to offer French immersion program in September 2023
The Huron-Perth Catholic District School Board is excited to share the developments of a third elementary school to offer a French Immersion (FI) program within the district.
Former Listowel Public Works building in need of new roof
A historical heritage building in Listowel is in need of a new roof that could cost the municipality over half a million dollars.
Lions Club of Listowel hosts bottle drive
The future Lions Club of Listowel held a bottle drive to support those in need in the community on Jan. 7 at Smith’s Market Square in Listowel. Pictured from left: Listowel Lions Joyce Van Santen, Nicole Boneschansker, Cathy Lago, Greg Marles and Keith Van Santen.
Ontario’s property inventory up by over $37B in 2022
The Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) recently reported that Ontario’s property inventory grew by more than $37 billion this past year. In 2022, MPAC reported $37.8 billion in new assessment, which includes new construction and additions to existing properties.
Delegation proposes memorial tree planting on North Perth Trail
At the Jan. 9 North Perth council meeting, a delegation from David Bald, new owner of the Atwood’s Brenneman Funeral Home Ltd., proposed using the North Perth Trail to continue the tradition of memorial tree planting.
Listowel welcomes first baby of 2023
Welcome to the world, Brynlee Saige Frey.
Walkerton Capitals win in overtime against Kincardine
The Walkerton Capitals continue the PJHL regular season with a series of away games, not returning to home ice until Saturday, Jan. 28.
Bruce County’s long-term care homes complete fire drills
Bruce County’s long-term care homes successfully completed annual fire drills to ensure preparedness and safety for residents, staff, and visitors.
