PERTH EAST – On May 8 at approximately 1:30 a.m., a Perth County Ontario Provincial Police officer on general patrol was travelling on Perth Line 72 in the Township of Perth East, when they conducted a traffic stop. During the investigation, the officer determined the driver was impaired; they were
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Police seek Wallace Optimist Park vandals
On April 29 at 10:30 a.m., the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) investigated an act of mischief at a park located on Line 87 in the Municipality of North Perth.
Driver charged following Line 86 collision
One person was charged after a rear-end collision on Line 86.
Homeowner scares off B&E suspect
LISTOWEL – On May 7 just before 8 p.m., Perth County OPP responded to a report of a break and enter on Inkerman Street West in North Perth. A resident had looked out their back window and saw an unknown person standing in the doorway of their shed. When the resident opened the door, the suspect fle
Construction on Davidson Avenue bridge commences
Construction on the Davidson Avenue bridge near the Queen Street intersection in Listowel has commenced, with traffic being diverted primarily down Wallace Avenue for the duration of the summer. Project completion is expected by the fall.
Huron & Area Search and Rescue attend OPP Appreciation BBQ
Members of the Huron & Area Search and Rescue (HASAR) team were on hand at the OPP Appreciation BBQ held in Listowel on May 21, speaking with attendees about what they do in the communities they serve.
Perth County adopts 2022 tax ratios
On May 19 Perth County council unanimously voted to adopt the 2022 tax ratios.
Perth County receives Digital Main Street grant
Perth County’s Economic Development and Tourism Division has announced that it has received an $82,200 grant from the Digital Main Street program for a two-year Digital Service Squad (DSS) program, which provides small business owners with the tools and support needed to digitally transform their bu
Atwood firefighters raise funds for Elma TPS
The Atwood Firefighters Association made a donation of $750 to the Elma Township Public School recently, allocating proceeds from the sale of hotdogs at the fire hall during the May 14 town-wide garage sale. The contribution is made to support the Healthy Snack Program. Pictured from left: Atwood fi
David Connolly made Broadway history, now advocates for inclusion in the arts
David Connolly danced on Broadway to launch a professional career that has included performing around the globe and directing and choreographing shows for some of North America’s top theatrical companies and major television networks.
31 homes sold in North Perth last month
Despite rising interest rates, home continue to sell quickly in North Perth.
Delicious treats for local nurses
Amanda Scheeringa, Kailla Forrester, and Dawnelle Siemon were among the nurses at Listowel Memorial Hospital enjoying coffee and doughnuts on their break on May 10. Nurses at Listowel Memorial and the Wingham District Hospital enjoyed complimentary coffee and doughnuts from Lady Glaze for Nurses’ We
Retired Women Teachers of Listowel hold final meeting
For a dedicated, long-standing membership of retired local women teachers, May 18 truly marked the end of an era in Listowel.
Drug charges laid following traffic stop
Charges have been laid following a traffic stop on Perth Road 164 in the Municipality of North Perth.
Listowel Baptist Church yard sale breaks own record
The Listowel Baptist Church indoor yard sale “smashed” last year’s total. With over three days of sales, and online pre-sales, organizers said the sale has broken its own record, raising $22,332.63. Last year’s total was $16,800.
