A hacked list of donors shows nearly 90 people associated with local postal codes donated to the “Freedom Convoy” in Ottawa, raising over $15,000 through the Christian crowdfunding website GiveSendGo.
Perth County council awards contract for courthouse renos
Perth County council has awarded the contract for the courthouse elevator project.
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.
Ontario to eliminate licence plate renewal fees, stickers effective March 13
On Feb. 22, the province announced it would be eliminating licence plate renewal fees and the requirement to have a licence plate sticker for passenger vehicles, light-duty trucks, motorcycles and mopeds effective March 13.
Two Howick residents charged with shoplifting from Listowel business
Two people have been charged for theft after police they were caught shoplifting at a local business.
Fatal house fire in Teeswater under investigation
A house fire in Teeswater earlier today has claimed the life of one individual.
North Perth resident charged with assault
The Perth County OPP has charged a North Perth resident after an assault during a domestic occurrence.
Police looking to identify two shoplifting suspects in Listowel
Police are looking to identify two people in relation to a shoplifting investigation at a business in Listowel.
Wingham ED to be closed Feb. 18-19 due to lack of staff
The emergency department (ED) at the Wingham and District Hospital will be closed overnight on Saturday.
Perth East resident charged with spousal assault
The Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Perth East resident after an assault during a domestic occurrence.
Local charged with three counts of shoplifting
A suspect has been charged after thefts from a local business in the Municipality of North Perth.
Police seek suspects in Listowel break and enter
Police are looking for suspects after a business/residence was broken into earlier this month
Midwestern Newspapers receives 12 OCNA award nominations
The Ontario Community Newspapers Association (OCNA) announced the finalists for its 2021 Better Newspapers Competition this week, with Midwestern Newspapers picking up 12 nominations in recognition of some top-tier local news coverage last year.
Police investigating theft of swing from Listowel school playground
Police are investigating after the theft of a swing from a school in Listowel.
One charged following threat at Walkerton school
One person is in custody following a reported threat at a school in Walkerton this morning.