SEAFORTH – The trustees of the Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) approved their budget at the June 23 meeting.
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Council asks to exempt non-profits hosting fireworks, demolition derbies from paying firefighter standby fees
LISTOWEL – The 2026 North Perth fees and charges bylaw, which came into effect at the beginning of this year, included a fee for local event organizers.
Inaugural MOSBL all-star game to be showcased in Listowel
LISTOWEL – The Midwestern Ontario Senior Baseball League (MOSBL) will host its first-ever All-Star Game on July 11, bringing the region’s elite amateur baseball players to John Bell Diamond in Listowel.
Two ladies competing for title of 2026-2027 Listowel Fair Ambassador
LISTOWEL – Listowel Agricultural Society announces the running of the 2026 fair ambassador…
New 2026 Explore Perth County brochure highlights experiences worth the detour
PERTH COUNTY – From vineyard sunsets and goat socials to bakery trails, scenic cycling routes, and farmyard animal encounters, Perth County is filled with unexpected experiences waiting to be found along its quiet country roads.
Perth-Wellington senior programs receive provincial funds
PERTH-WELLINGTON – Three senior programs in Perth-Wellington will receive provincial Seniors Community Grants, totalling $75,000 in funding to help bring seniors together.
Goderich celebrates ‘Dominion day’with Grand Tattoo: July 1, 1926
A hundred years ago, people across Perth County were talking about the Grand Tattoo held in Goderich on July 1, 1926. Residents traveled to the town by automobile or bus to take part in the Dominion Day’s celebrations held there.
Arrest made in Listowel disturbance call
LISTOWEL – One individual has been arrested and two charges have been laid following an investigation here on June 30.
Huron County parent tearfully begs trustees for AMDSB-operated before- and after-school programs
SEAFORTH - A third parent spoke to the Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) of Trustees on June 23 about the struggles to secure childcare, particularly before and after school care. Two other parents have addressed the board on the topic during this past school year.
Turning Corners rounding the edges of rock and roll; mixes nostalgic hits with contemporary sound
“The crowd can probably expect a bit of a vintage look and vintage sound. We strive to recreate that sound on stage from the musicians that we most admire throughout those golden years of music.” -Graeme Beaton
North Perth Council approves details in Community Living’s build plan
LISTOWEL - North Perth Council got its first look at Community Living North Perth’s new build, and gave its first approval.
Perth County projects minimum 7.98% hike to budget in 2027
STRATFORD - Perth County Council had its first glimpse at the 2027 budget on June 18.
Senior Legionnaires win 16-1 over Port Elgin
LISTOWEL - The Listowel Senior Legionnaires were back at the John Bell Diamond in Listowel on June 26 to take on the Port Elgin White Sox.
Red Top Berries hosts annual Summer Kick-Off event
NORTH PERTH – Red Top Berries held its annual Summer Kick-Off event on June 27, drawing families in to pick their own strawberries.
Queen Elizabeth II visits Perth County
It was during this week, 29 years ago, that communities across Perth County were gripped by “Royal Mania” when Queen Elizabeth II visited during an official Royal Tour of Canada.
