The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) say there has been a rise in elaborate and organized fraud occurrences in recent weeks.
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North Perth firefighters remember longtime Listowel Fire Chief Tom Blackmore
In the decades leading up to amalgamation, North Perth’s three fire departments largely operated independently from one another.
Staying Christian during an election campaign
Rumour has it that a federal election is coming soon. Maybe it will even be called by the time this is published.
John Idington: Integral part of Perth County’s judicial history
One of Canada’s most famous judges of the early twentieth century, Supreme Court Justice John Idington had a deep connection to Perth County.
Removal of the Listowel Memorial Park dam
Removal of the Listowel Memorial Park dam commenced last week, as a process many years in the making nears its completition in continuing efforts to rehabilitate the stretch of Maitland River that runs through town.
Kasenberg introduces motion requesting review of MPAC performance in Perth County
Council passed a motion tabled by Coun. Todd Kasenberg on Aug. 5, requesting a review of the financial performance of the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) to support council’s understanding of the viability of the corporation.
Wallace Avenue South one-way pilot project to begin next week
A portion of Wallace Avenue South will become a one-way street for up to six weeks starting the week of Aug. 16.
Dave Mounsey Fund donates defibrillator to It Takes A Village, honouring Matilda Green
The Dave Mounsey Memorial Fund made its 129th donation of a defibrillator on Aug. 4. It Takes A Village received the defibrillator in the memory of nursing sister Matilda Ethel Green.
Funnel clouds spotted outside Listowel, Aug. 7
While a lengthy thunderstorm last Saturday evening certainly had the potential to create a more violent weather event, Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) has confirmed that no tornadoes touched down in the area.
Wingham Skating Club seeking volunteers for 2021-22 season
In preparation for their upcoming skating season, the Wingham Skating Club is seeking volunteers to help run their programming.
Local youth express excitement about their return to playing lacrosse
After a summer without the sport, local players are excited that the North Perth Lacrosse Association is back in full swing.
New chief and council elected at Neyaashiinigmiing
The band members from Neyaashiinigmiing (Cape Croker Reserve) elected a new chief and council on Aug. 6, choosing a female chief this time.
Saugeen Ojibway Nation residents take matters into their own hands after suicides, opioid addiction crisis surge
Opioid addiction, suicide, and intergenerational trauma are a genuine and deadly reality for Indigenous People.
Poll: business owners optimistic about long-term prospects despite pandemic
Coming out of the 17 month-long pandemic, a new study suggests business owners in Canada feel brighter days may be ahead.
Howick applying for second grant for trail system
After a recommendation from staff, council decided to apply for a second grant to pay for the installation of a trail system within the Howick tri-villages.
