In preparation for a potential winter surge in hospitals, the Ontario government has released phase two of its “Plan to Stay Open,” which includes investments in privatized care.
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Emergency rooms in Chesley, Walkerton closed overnight Aug. 19-21
South Bruce Grey Health Centre announced Thursday that the emergency rooms at both the Chesley and Walkerton sites will be closed overnight this weekend – from 5 p.m. Friday to 7 a.m. Saturday, 5 p.m. Saturday to 7 a.m. Sunday, and 5 p.m. Sunday to 7 a.m. Monday.
Assault, mischief charges laid in domestic incident
The Perth County Ontario OPP has charged a Perth East resident after a domestic disturbance occurrence.
Listowel domestic disturbance leads to charges
The Perth County OPP has charged a North Perth resident after a domestic disturbance occurrence.
Disqualified driver charged following traffic complaint
The Perth County OPP has charged a 35-year-old male following a traffic complaint on Perth Road 131 in the Township of Perth East.
Vehicle stolen from rural property
The Perth County OPP is investigating after a vehicle was reported stolen from a residence located on Road 176 in the Municipality of North Perth.
Theft, fraud charges laid
On July 9, the Perth County OPP received a report of a theft of a wallet from a business located on Mitchell Road South in the Municipality of North Perth.
Domestic investigation leads to charges for both parties
The Perth County OPP has charged North Perth residents after police responded to a disturbance.
Pair facing weapon, drug charges
Members from the Huron & Perth Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crimes Unit have laid criminal charges against a couple following a traffic stop last week.
Rae announces funding for local high-speed internet
Matthew Rae, MPP for Perth-Wellington, announced $1.6 million in provincial and federal funds to bring fast, reliable high-speed internet to more than 380 homes, farms, and businesses in Perth County.
Average selling price of homes in North Perth was $620K last month
Those looking to buy a home in North Perth now have plenty of options to choose from, however they will still pay a hefty price to do so.
Council approves Monkton ball diamonds for pole, light upgrades
Baseball players utilizing the diamonds in Monkton next season stand to benefit from lighting upgrades following a recent North Perth council approval.
Floating in the air
A hot-air balloon drifts just south of Listowel on Tuesday evening, Aug. 9.
Local photo manager offering tips during Save Your Photos Month
An international group with local ties is hosting a series of mini-classes throughout September to help people better manage their photo collections.
Perth County to look at bringing all plow operations in-house
Council feels it is time to take another look at bringing all winter maintenance operations back in-house.
