Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) Medical Officer of Health (MOH) and CEO Dr. Miriam Klassen, shared with the HPPH Board of Health on May 8, that hantavirus is still assessed at low risk.
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Howick Council approves backhoe repairs
HOWICK - Council here authorized Manager of Public Works Scott Price to proceed with repairs estimated at approximately $27,784.70, for the township’s 2018 Cat 420 backhoe transmission.
Second annual Cultural Unity Festival a colourful display
LISTOWEL - The gymnasium of the Listowel District Secondary School (LDSS) was filled with the brightly coloured flags of the many countries represented at the 2nd annual North Perth Cultural Unity Festival on May 6.
Howick Township designated as community improvement project area
HOWICK - For the purpose of implementing a façade program, Howick Council has designated the entire township as a community improvement project area.
Local chess teams have large success at Perth County event
On May 6, 2026, the Perth County Elementary Chess Tournament was held at the Stratford Rotary Complex.
Trustees discuss changes to Ontario school boards ahead of municipal elections
SEAFORTH - Last month, Ontario’s Minister of Education, Paul Calandra announced Bill 101, Putting Student Achievement First Act. The bill was passed on May 6 at Queen’s Park.
Howick to pull additional $20,000 from fire reserve for radio upgrades
HOWICK - The fire department here has been experiencing radio communication issues – both internally and externally – for some time, according to Fire Chief Josh Kestner.
Council agrees to bylaw enforcement shared services agreement with Perth South
LISTOWEL - Within the pages of the consent agenda of the April 27 council meeting, a report proposes a temporary North Perth shared services agreement to provide bylaw enforcement services with Perth South.
North Perth to investigate handling bylaw adjudication internally
LISTOWEL - North Perth residents could soon be able to speak to their parking ticket fines, without driving to Stratford.
New sexual violence support guide for children and youth in Perth and Huron
PERTH-HURON - In recognition of Children’s Mental Health Week and Sexual Violence Prevention Month, education, local police services, and social service organizations across Huron and Perth Counties have come together to launch a new Huron Perth Child and Youth Sexual Violence Support Guide.
Fireworks incident west of Atwood; police seeking information from public
TWOOD - Perth County OPP are requesting the public’s assistance in relation to incidents that took place during a large gathering of youths in Atwood on May 3.
Jill Ohm selected as Ambassador of Fairs
Ohm will represent fairs in Huron and Perth counties over the upcoming year. The Listowel…
Laundry business a way for new Canadians to find employment
The laundry business was a significant part of the Chinese community in North America during the mid to late 1800s and into the early 1900s.
What transportation looks like for Countryside Christian School
HAWKSVILLE - Countryside Christian School (CCS) is a private school located in Hawksville and provides students with a comprehensive Christian-based education.
EFS-plastics Inc. applies for zoning amendment to improve fly infestation impacting neighbours
LISTOWEL - Neighbours of EFS-plastics Inc. (EFS) spoke up at the April 27 council meeting, sharing how they are being impacted by flies, and claim they are coming from the nearby business.
