Council here had its first meeting of 2026 on Jan. 13. Getting right to business, Treasurer Amy Van Meeteren brought forth two reports: one on the annual borrowing bylaw, and the second on the 2026 interim tax levy bylaw.
Cyclones take victory over Waterloo Siskins
To secure a 4-2 victory over Waterloo, Jack O’Donnell scored a last time with about 40 second left of the game on an empty net, assisted by Harris.
Cyclones secure win over Rockets
LISTOWEL - The Listowel Cyclones, 10th in the Western Conference of the Greater Ontario Hockey League (GOHL), were back on home ice on Jan. 16 to take on the Strathroy Rockets (9th in the Western Conference of the GOHL).
Listowel home to largest, most advanced egg grading facility in Canada
The Listowel facility of Gray Ridge Eggs is now the largest and most advanced egg grading facility in all of Canada, according to officials.
Howick Fire Department to replace utility vehicle
Council here approved up to $45,000 from the fire reserve to go toward a used replacement vehicle and associated setup costs for the Howick Fire Department.
Respiratory illness season in full swing
The Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) Board of Health met for its first meeting of 2026 over ZOOM on Jan. 9.
Township to cut grass on north side of conservation area in Gorrie
Last month, council here discussed entering into a maintenance agreement with Maitland Valley Conservation Authority for grass cutting and trimming on the north side of the Gorrie Conservation Area property.
Cyclones earn victory over Maroons in shootout
The Listowel Cyclones, which are 10th in the Western Conference of the Greater Ontario Hockey League (GOHL) travelled to London on Wednesday, Jan. 7, to go up against the London Nationals (5th in the Western Conference of the GOHL).
Clifford Rotary Club donates $1,000 to Perth County Dairy Producers Committee
The donation will go towards the school milk program.
Wallace Minor Hockey holds annual memorial Wallace Fun Days Jamboree last weekend
From Jan. 8-11, Wallace Minor Hockey held its 41st annual Bruce Williams Memorial Wallace Fun Days…
Howick Fire Department and Rolling Acres Grain commemorate new UTV vehicle
On Jan. 8, members of the Howick Fire Department met at Rolling Acres Grain Inc. in Belmore.
Howick to update IT services, offer hybrid council meetings
HOWICK - Council here authorized the CAO/Clerk to engage Fort44 Inc., GHD and Wightman Telecom for the provision of fractional IT services, website design and to replace the current analog phone system.
Cyclones win two games before holiday break
LISTOWEL - The Listowel Cyclones (10th in the Western Conference of the GOHL) had a strong pre-Christmas weekend, coming out with two wins.
Beautification committee asks for change in bylaw enforcement
HOWICK - At its Dec. 9 meeting, council here received a delegation from Howick’s Community Improvement and Beautification Committee about the idea of exploring the possibility of expanding the township’s bylaw enforcement time, budget and capabilities.
Howick Fire writes off two invoices, purchases extended warranty for new vehicle
HOWICK - At its Dec. 16 special council meeting, council here heard from Fire Chief Josh Kestner who brought two reports forward ahead of discussing the draft municipal budget.
