The fifth annual Art in the Park enjoyed terrific weather and a steady turnout in Listowel Memorial Park on Saturday, Aug. 6. Over 30 vendors – which included artisans from across the area showcasing their various creations – took part; live entertainment, kids’ activities and food trucks were also
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2022 Listowel Agricultural Fair, Homecraft Division results
Plants and Cut Flowers Shamrock Clara Bauman Becky Smith Marlene McQuinn African Violet, single…
2022 Listowel Agricultural Fair, Homecraft Division results
Photography Past Listowel Fair Memory Katie Wilting Cheryl Coghlin Kelly Battams-Trussler New Life…
Fifty Archives Treasures: The Brooks Steam Motor Limited Company
The City of Stratford sold Oland J. Brooks a former threshing machine factory located at 500 Ontario St. for $55,000, with the City taking back a mortgage of $50,000 in October 1923. Stratford, an important railway junction with a labour pool used to working with steam-powered vehicles, was seen as
OPP seeking motorist after 12-year-old cyclist struck, suspect fled scene
Police are seeking information regarding an incident involving a driver failing to remain at the scene of a collision, after their vehicle collided with a 12-year-old cyclist last week.
A little damp
The residual effects from the heavy mid-week rainfall last Wednesday and Thursday was clearly still being felt in the Wal-Mart parking lot in Listowel’s west end, Aug. 5.
South Western Ontario Sharks Swim League finals held in Milverton
The Perth East Recreation Complex pool in Milverton was a busy spot for the South Western Ontario Sharks Swim League finals on Aug. 5, with several local swim teams taking part in their season-ending event. The Atwood Lions Club and T&T Power Group provided tech sponsorship for the event.
North Perth council expresses hesitancy towards investing in Galbraith Conservation Area
The possibility of resurrecting the Galbraith Conservation Area was discussed during North Perth council’s most recent meeting on Aug. 8. Albeit a fairly brief, and at times, blunt discussion.
204 residential units proposed for property in Listowel’s west end
Perth County council learned more about a proposed commercial and residential development in Listowel’s west end.
Tri-umph Triathlon in Gorrie a success
The first-ever Tri-umph Triathlon in Gorrie was a success with 54 kids participating in the three-event race.
Howick to purchase custom benches, garbage bins for trails with RED funding
Howick Township secured Rural Economic Development (RED) funding earlier this year, however council was informed at its July 19 meeting they have been approved to substitute the project.
New telecommunications tower proposed in Howick
A federal program has identified Howick as a preferred location for a new 65-metre tall telecommunications tower along Harriston Road, between Gorrie and Wroxeter.
Huron County moving forward with tech upgrades for hybrid council meetings
Council has approved additional funds for technology upgrades to the county council chambers that will allow for hybrid participation in council meetings from council members, delegations, presenters and the public.
Small twister touches down east of Cranbrook, Aug. 1
The severe thunderstorm that rolled through the region last Monday evening developed into something more for rural residents of Huron East.
