LISTOWEL - Listowel Eastdale Public School held its end-of-year Fun Fair on June 19 at the school grounds.
Milverton’s Sully Kipfer drafted by OHL Sarnia Sting
Sixteen-year-old Sully Kipfer has been playing hockey for over a decade and recently received a call telling him he was drafted in the 15th round by the Ontario Hockey League’s (OHL) Sarnia Sting.
HPPH reviews blastomycosis inquest from Office of the Chief Coroner of Ontario
In a staff report, Medical Officer of Health and CEO Dr. Miriam Klassen explained that blastomycosis is an infection caused by the fungus Blastomyces dermatitidis, which most commonly grows in moist soil and in decomposing wood and leaves.
Cases of Lyme disease in province increasing, public being referred to eTick website
STRATFORD - Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) will no longer be providing tick identification for the public, but will instead refer individuals to the eTick website and mobile app.
Med students experience rural healthcare in Listowel
LISTOWEL - Four students from Western University’s Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry and two students from Queen’s University made their way to Listowel from June 1 to 5 for Discovery Week 2026.
Listowel Senior, Junior Legionnaires have winning weekend
LISTOWEL - The Listowel Senior Legionnaires (pictured) were back at the John Bell diamond in Listowel on Friday, May 29 to take on the Mitchell Brewers.
Western University medical students experience Wingham for Discovery Week
WINGHAM - Three Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry students from Western University made their way to Wingham last week (May 25-28) for Discovery Week 2026, observing at the Wingham and District Hospital.
Howick considering landfill amnesty day, promoting cleanup ahead of homecoming celebrations
HOWICK - As homecoming celebrations approach, the township is considering a “landfill amnesty day” on June 13 to promote property cleanup at no cost.
Howick approves two elections bylaws
HOWICK - In preparation for the 2026 municipal election, Howick’s CAO/Clerk Caitlin Gillis said in a report she has been reviewing applicable bylaws and policies that are required to be reviewed and updated prior to the beginning of nomination period.
MPP Lisa Thompson presents $16,800 to Howick Fire Department
GORRIE - Huron-Bruce MPP Lisa Thompson presented a cheque on Friday, May 15 to the Howick Fire Department in the amount of $16,800 through the Fire Protection Grant from the Ontario Fire Marshal’s office.
Kin Cares Youth Group raises $1,645 for The Well Youth Hubs
LISTOWEL - The Kin Cares Youth Group hosted a barbecue at Zehrs in Listowel on Friday, May 15 and Saturday, May 16.
Cyclones recognize players, staff, volunteers with awards at banquet
LISTOWEL - Earlier this month, the Listowel Cyclones held the team’s annual year-end banquet, recognizing the work, dedication and achievements of payers, staff and volunteers.
Hospital alliance beginning ‘staffing model realignments’
LISTOWEL - Listowel Wingham Hospitals Alliance (LWHA) officials said they are required to participate in hospital sector performance planning as part of the Ontario hospital sector facing “significant financial pressure.”
Howick to purchase new pickup truck for public works department
HOWICK - Finch Chevrolet Cadillac Buick GMC Ltd., of London, has been awarded the tender for Howick’s new patrol truck.
Hepatitis B vaccine likely to shift from Grade 7 to first year of life
Four resolutions from the Association of Local Public Health Agencies (alPHa) were submitted to the Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) Board of Health for consideration at its last meeting.
