Over the weekend of June 13-14, flag poles at Elma Township Public School, Central Perth Elementary School, North Easthope Public School, and Mornington Central Public School, which were flying the Pride flag, were cut down and vandalized.
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Max Smith Band bringing country-punk to Hayloft Music Festival
“We’re a very high energy band. We like to bring emotion to the crowd and be able to sing and jump around, while also be able to bring a more intimate vibe too, so when we play our softer stuff, we want to be able to reach you as well.” - Max Smith
Regional track and field see local schools compete at F.E. Madill
F.E. Madill Secondary School hosted junior and senior elementary school students for their annual…
North Perth Public Library to be home for new community art mural
LISTOWEL – The Listowel Branch of the North Perth Public Library was a vibrant sight on June 6,…
Listowel’s Swatch Pro Painters Inc. awarded Humanitarian of the Year Award from PCA in Orlando, Florida
LISTOWEL – Swatch Pro Painters Inc., a painting contractor based in Listowel, was recently…
North Perth school zones speed limits reduced to 30km/h
LISTOWEL - North Perth Council previously requested additional information about reduced speed limits within the municipality. Director of Instructor Services Matt Ropp provided a supplementary report, which recommended a phased approach.
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.
Housing crisis study finds 37% likely unable to afford one-bedroom apartment, 70% work full-time
LISTOWEL - A recent United Way Perth-Huron study is debunking long-held stereotypes as it has found that the impact of the housing crisis is spreading through renters to homeowners, and; financial strain is extending from part-time workers to full-time workers.
Additional dates to be permanently added to courthouse schedule
STRATFORD - A first-quarter report on the Provincial Offences Court Services Office shows decreased monthly caseload, but increased charges filed and fines collected.
North Perth Mayor uses Strong Mayor Powers to issue housing opportunity scan directive
NORTH PERTH - Mayor Todd Kasenberg has issued a mayoral directive under the municipality’s strong mayor powers, directing staff to undertake a North Perth Housing Acceleration Opportunity Scan aimed at identifying practical opportunities to increase housing supply – including housing that would be c
Perth County Council approves subdivision extending Woodview Drive, Atwood
STRATFORD - An application for a draft plan of subdivision was narrowly passed by Perth County Council last week.
Things to do locally on summer break
It is the second week of June and summer seems suddenly upon us.
Feedback requested for Listowel’s west end development plans
LISTOWEL - An open house will be hosted on June 17 at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex to collect input from residents about two development options for Listowel’s west end.
Stratford school celebrates May Day, elects May Queen
The Stratford Normal School was a staple in Perth County’s educational landscape from the time it opened in 1908. Students from across southwestern Ontario attended the school to pursue their teacher training and begin careers in education.
15th annual North Perth Character Run ‘successful’ says organizers
LISTOWEL - The North Perth Community of Character held its 15th annual Character Run on May 28 at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex.
