One person was charged after a collision in North Perth resulted in non-life-threatening injuries.
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Long, short-term solutions needed for affordable housing issue facing North Perth
North Perth is not the only municipality facing a current and future problem in affordable housing, but its exponential growth recently is exasperating the issue. As Kim Kowch, economic development officer for North Perth said, the municipality has grown much more than expected.
Call me crazy – I still believe!
I know we live in a society that looks at the Bible as just a bunch of old, irrelevant and sometimes even made-up stories.
Fifty Archives Treasures: The historical bounty of tax records
This is the 11th of the continuing series of articles celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Stratford-Perth Archives and its treasures. This week’s treasure is believed to be the oldest municipal government record in the Archives’ collections.
AMDSB looking for public’s opinion on proposed changes to school boundaries
The Avon Maitland District School Board is looking at its schools’ borders and they want your input.
Mike Givens makes the move to Perth East
The Township of Perth East has its new Chief Administrative Officer.
Corey Conners takes third at WGC Match Play
Corey Conners kept up his solid play of late on the PGA Tour, finishing third at the World Golf Championships-Dell Technologies Match Play on March 27 in Austin, Texas.
Listowel Memorial Hospital COVID outbreak declared over
The COVID-19 outbreak initially announced at Listowel Memorial Hospital (LMH) on March 12 has been declared over.
Kinsmen announce winner of $25K Paddyfest 2022 Pot O’ Gold Lottery
Paddyfest 2022 Pot O’ Gold Lottery grand prize winners Jim and Mary Murr were recently presented with their $25,000 in winnings. Also pictured is their daughter, Jenn O’Grady, who sold them the winning ticket, and Paddyfest lottery co-chair, Matt Hutchison.
VON looks to bolster Meals on Wheels volunteer numbers
There’s little question that the senior population felt the most effects of the COVID-19 pandemic over the last two years. Aspects of social isolation and food insecurity were and continue to be top of mind.
North Perth sticking to ‘tried and true’ voting methods
As North Perth’s next election is around the corner, the municipality has looked into changing voting methods. Despite most residents listing online voting as their preferred method, the municipality is opting to stick with pen, paper, and vote tabulators.
Opportunity knocks
Brothers Christian and Sebastian Giesbrecht enjoyed the unexpected return to winter at the Listowel Memorial Park amphitheatre on March 28. It may be the last snow for a while in the area, with warmer weather forecasted on the horizon.
Housing, war in Ukraine are both agricultural issues
The definition of what’s an agricultural issue got a lot broader during the March 24 Politicians’ Meeting, organized and sponsored by the Bruce County and Grey County federations of agriculture.
Walkerton Capitals U9 boys rep team wins Plattsville tournament
The Walkerton Capitals U9 rep team won the gold medal at the 51st annual Plattsville Little Brave Tournament during March Break. Team members include Carter Wilkins, Darcy McIntosh, Jase Richardson, Reid Fell, Chase Yahbee, Cohen Dupuis, Asher Kuntz, Blake Thompson, Boyd Murray, Jack Wilhelm, Greyso
Walkerton Capitals U18 boys rep team wins WOAA championship
The Walkerton Capitals U18 rep team defeated the South Bruce Blades in four games to win the WOAA Gregg Division Championship on March 24. The team will now be participating in the OMHA Championships April 8-10 in Barrie. Walkerton Minor Hockey has three teams competing in the OMHA Championships thi
