Hundreds of vehicles took part in the ‘Perth-Wellington Freedom Convoy 2022’ that made its way through Atwood, Listowel, Gowanstown, Palmerston, Teviotdale, Rothsay and Drayton on Monday afternoon, Feb. 21, with its participants flying flags and honking horns in support of ending pandemic-related ma
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Perth County declares significant weather event amidst weekend whiteout
At 1:45 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 19, Perth County officially declared a ‘significant weather event’ as per Ontario Regulation 239/02. This declaration applied to all county roads and did not apply to local township roads or provincial highways.
Howick hockey club honours Listowel family with memorial bench, donation
During the winter months, if Dean Fischer wasn’t driving truck, chances are you’d find him at the local hockey rink in some capacity.
2022 North Perth budget proposes 2.3 per cent residential tax increase
Council has expressed its support of a proposed $16.8 million capital budget for 2022.
Roundabout at Line 87-Highway 23 could be five years away
The Ministry of Transportation says a roundabout at an intersection north of Listowel that could potentially aid in creating a much-needed truck bypass around the downtown core is on its radar.
Wingham Ironmen docked points for use of ineligible player
The results of a Provincial Junior Hockey League (PJHL) investigation have taken points away from the Wingham Ironmen in the Pollock Division standings.
Belmore Community Centre fighting to stay open after losing more than $224,000 due to COVID closures
Although the village of Belmore borders three municipalities, it does not rely on municipal support to sustain its community centre, making it perhaps the only of this kind in the region.
Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority develops inventory of programs and services
Conservation authorities across the province are required to develop and deliver an inventory of programs and services by the end of February 2022.
Matt Duncan elected chair of Maitland Conservation board
Maitland Conservation (MC) held its annual general meeting (AGM) on Feb. 16 via Zoom. They elected a new chair, vice-chair, and second vice-chair to the board of directors.
Maitland Conservation Foundation seeking donations, volunteers for 2022 fundraising campaigns
The beauty of nature inspires many activities in the great outdoors, like family picnics, photography, fishing, and boating on the many waterways, forests, and campgrounds in this area.
NWMO announces property value protection program
A recent announcement from the Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) says that property values in the vicinity of the proposed deep geological repository (DGR) will be protected if South Bruce is selected.
Wingham Hospital Auxiliary announces Valentine’s draw winner
The Wingham Hospital Auxiliary recently made the draw for their Valentine’s Day basket. Shown is the winner, Laurie Bendo, along with her husband Bruce, from Wingham.
United Way Perth-Huron Youth in Action Grant recipients announced
After a year away due to COVID-19, United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) is proud to announce the recipients of Youth in Action Grants for 2021-22.
Wingham BIA plan for tourism map, return of events in 2022
At the Wingham Business Improvement Association’s (BIA) annual general meeting on Fab.17, chair Dave Tiffin announced the board’s goals for 2022.
Self-love and self-care – do you practice one, both or neither?
My answer is to do both.
