HOWICK - Reeve Doug Harding gave council here a verbal update from Huron County Council regarding the provincial government’s new Buy Ontario Act.
Listowel Banner
Listowel Legionnaires kick off 2026 season
LISTOWEL - The Listowel Junior Legionnaires hosted their home opener on Friday, May 8 at the John Bell Diamond, officially kicking off the 2026 season against the Clinton Colts.
Howick approves culvert replacement on Orange Hill Road
HOWICK - Council here will be awarded a contract to Nichols Excavating Inc. for $321,625 (plus unrecoverable HST) for the replacement of structure 29 on Orange Hill Road.
Live together in community
A call to unity, humility, and Christ-like living stands at the heart of Philippians 2:1–11, a passage that continues to speak powerfully to the Church today.
F.E. Madill fire incident investigation concluded; OPP report no charges laid, no additional individuals involved
The OPP has concluded its investigation in relation to a April 7 fire incident at F.E. Madill Secondary School in Wingham, which sent a youth to the hospital with life-threatening injuries.
Household income inequality ranges throughout Huron, Perth
A recent study offers an overview of household income distribution and inequalities in Huron and Perth Counties, highlighting areas with the most low-income households, and regions facing the largest income gaps.
North Perth Pride planning month of family-fun events
North Perth Pride is gearing up for another month of celebration with events kicking off May 30 and continuing all through June.
Listowel’s first ribfest coming May 22 – 24
LISTOWEL - The Listowel Agricultural Society is hosting its first annual ribfest from May 22 to 24.
Serious collision in Perth East under investigation
PERTH EAST - Perth County OPP are currently investigating a serious motor vehicle collision that occurred May 8 at a intersection of Line 47 and Perth Road 107.
Castlemore Dental’s Dr. Raj Khanuja honoured with Canada’s Volunteer Award
LISTOWEL - Dr. Raj Khanuja, affiliated with Castlemore Dental, has been named a recipient of the Canada’s Volunteer Awards – a national program that recognizes Canadians who make exceptional contributions to their communities through volunteerism.
Listowel’s Walter Renwick Knox: chief coach of Ontario Athletic Commission
Sports have long played a significant role in the history of Perth County. This legacy is reflected in the many talented athletes who have emerged from communities across the county.
‘Around the Table’ brings ESL students to fire department for meal, education
The North Perth Fire Department recently welcomed several classes of English as a Second Language (ESL) students from the Avon Maitland District School Board Centre for Employment to the department’s headquarters.
Listowel McDonald’s sets store record, raising $16,000 for Ronald McDonald House and Salvation Army Food Bank
LISTOWEL- The local McDonald’s franchise was a flurry of action on May 6 for their 32nd annual…
Howick to receive over $12,000 for five lifeguard positions
HOWICK - Howick Township has been approved for five pool lifeguard positions this year, an increase from last year, in through a $12,320 grant from its application for Canada Summer Jobs.
