It promises to be a long, hot summer in more ways than one, as divisiveness grows on both sides of the border. Many of those divisions have the potential to explode into violence.
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It Takes A Village announces brand new Kids’ Lunch Club
It Takes A Village has announced a new “Kids’ Lunch Club” for this summer.
North Perth CBO moves to Howick
At its June 21 meeting, Howick Township council approved hiring a new Chief Building Official, after the position’s predecessor, David Kopp, submitted a letter of resignation on May 3.
United Way, Salvation Army celebrate opening of HOPE Links in Listowel
The Salvation Army and United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) are proud to announce the opening of HOPE Links, providing support to vulnerable people in the North Perth community.
Rae appointed parliamentary assistant to Minister of Education
Matthew Rae, Member of Provincial Parliament for Perth-Wellington, was appointed to the role of Parliamentary Assistant (PA) to the Minister of Education. Rae joins Patrice Barnes, MPP for Ajax, as the two PAs to Minister Stephen Lecce.
School board makes decision on North Perth boundary
At the Board of Trustees meeting on June 28, the Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) approved a change to the contentious boundary review that started in October of last year.
Ward & Uptigrove claim title at North Perth Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament
The annual North Perth Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament was once again at capacity on June 22 at the Listowel Golf Club.
LDSS sets bar with new health care course
In September 2021, Listowel District Secondary School (LDSS) became the first school in the Avon Maitland District School Board to offer a health care course – TPJ 20.
Legionnaires split versus Hanover, Mitchell to complete extended road trip
The Listowel Junior Legionnaires are looking forward to returning to the friendlier confines of John Bell South for the month of July, following an extended June road trip that saw the club go 1-5 overall.
Pop-up Character Run in Monkton
Andrew Bucsis was the lone runner at the Monkton 10km pop up marathon hosted by the Community of Character, which occurred during a heat warning. When asked why he would brave the heat, Bucsis answered, “the great work the Community of Character does – and the freezies.”
LDSS hands out 2021-22 Athletic Awards
Listowel District Secondary School’s athletic program returned in fine form for 2021-22, with over 200 student-athletes competing on approximately 30 teams through the fall, winter and spring seasons.
Calf auction nets nearly $5K for Perth County school milk programs
For the second straight year, the cumulative effort of local farmers, businesses and private donators came through in fine style for area elementary school milk programs.
Eastdale Public School’s KC class puts on show for parents
Eastdale Public School’s KC class put on a special show for parents and family members on June 23, presenting a number of songs as part of its Teddy Bear Picnic. Graduating senior kindergarten students also received their diplomas as part of their transition to Grade 1 next year.
Sixth episode of Century Farm Show released on June 30
The Century Farm Show is a docu-series created by Huron Perth Junior Farmers in partnership with the Huron Heritage Fund, Lake Affect Media and The Staysh.
