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Police lay 13 charges in stolen vehicle incident in Wroxeter
A Hamilton man is facing a total of 13 criminal charges stemming from a stolen vehicle incident in Wroxeter.
Police charge Listowel man in Memorial Park vandalism incident
Police have arrested one individual after an investigation into vandalism at Listowel Memorial Park last month.
Province expands COVID-19 booster dose eligibility to those 18 and older
The province has expanded eligibility for third COVID-19 vaccine doses to all Ontarians 18 and older beginning Dec. 20.
North Perth man charged with stunt driving
A North Perth man has been charged with stunt driving following a traffic stop that took place in Whitechurch on Dec. 15.
Police asking parents to speak to youth about risks of participating in social media challenges
Parents are being reminded to speak to children and youth about the risks of participating in social media challenges following an incident in Listowel where someone kicked in the front door of a Brock Street West home.
Harvest presses on
No matter the weather, crops must be harvested. With the wet fall the region has experienced, it has set some farmers back on their harvest. On Dec. 10, one such farmer was busy harvesting corn in one of their fields at the north end of Listowel at the corner of Highway 23 (Road 164) and Line 87.
Vehicle thefts continue to rise in Perth County
The number of stolen vehicles in Perth County is on the rise.
Local resident charged with domestic assault
The Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a North Perth resident after one person was assaulted during a domestic occurrence.
Howick woman charged for Listowel offences
One person was charged after a break and enter to a business and a mischief in Listowel.
Drugs seized in Listowel traffic stop
One person was charged after an investigation revealed they were in possession of drugs for the purpose of trafficking.
IN PHOTOS – Christmas in Atwood
Despite the wild, windy weather on Dec. 11, the Atwood Lions Club was able to host another fun-filled family evening featuring its Light up the Park spectacle, traditional parade, hot eats and treats at the pavilion, and an opportunity for local tykes to meet with Santa Claus.
Listowel bodybuilder claims Canadian national junior title
For Jeremy Scheerer, bodybuilding has never just been a hobby or pastime since he became fully invested over three years ago. For him, it’s very much a way of life.
Eye on the line
The Listowel Curling Club has seen plenty of action through the first half of the 2021-22 season, with locals taking advantage of the Wednesday Night Mixed League on Dec. 1. Pictured is Joan Toman calling a shot.
Listowel U15 Rep Cyclones in action
The Listowel U15 Rep Cyclones were in action against the rival Saugeen Shores Storm on Dec. 9 at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex, with Listowel coming out on top of a 4-1 victory. Pictured is Cyclones forward Caleb Cartwright being taken out as he attempts to orchestrate a play in the offensive zone
