HOWICK - At its most recent meeting, council here heard a delegation from resident Rob Kienapple regarding the township’s zoning bylaw housekeeping amendment – which failed to gain approval at the March 10 meeting.
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North Perth Council reduces affordable housing commitment to 15 years, maintains funding
LISTOWEL - A 15-year commitment to affordable housing will be expected for anyone planning to create an additional residential unit on their property and applying for funding from North Perth. This reduction from a 20-year commitment received council approval last week.
Listowel man arrested in large-scale car-jacking investigation
PEEL REGION - Last week, Peel Regional Police released a statement announcing they had recovered $800,000 in stolen vehicles and made several arrests after an extensive investigation titled Project Stratis.
Council not proceeding with day care centre in Howick Township
HOWICK - Council has agreed not to proceed with the construction of a day care facility in the township at this time.
North Perth approves mayor’s budget amendment to include OPP, Maitland Valley
LISTOWEL - Following North Perth Council’s endorsement on March 23, 2026, the Mayor’s 2026 Budget was amended in correlation with the strong mayor powers framework.
Walkerton Herald-Times April 2 Turnbacks
From April 5, 1989
Central Perth U13 Predators win third gold of the season in Exeter
EXETER - The Central Perth U13 boys had an excellent end to their season according to team representatives, as the squad secured the gold at the 2026 DQ Challenge Tournament in South Huron.
Five local teams heading to OMHA finals after WOAA victories
LUCKNOW - The West Coast Whitecaps U13A squad claimed the Western Ontario Athletic Association (WOAA) banner over the weekend, downing the Southeast Surge in a home game at the Lucknow arena.
We’re reaching the breaking point, linguistically speaking
I had originally penned a different take on this issue last week when Air Canada CEO Michael Rousseau was called to the principal’s off... I mean Prime Minister’s office to have his knuckles rapped for not putting out a french-language video of sympathy for the death of two Air Canada pilots, one of
Listowel IPV session teaches how to identify abusers, help victims to prevent death
Urgent and direct were tones echoing in the small gym at Listowel Eastdale Public School the evening of March 11.
Perth County OPP dedicates staff member to monitoring released offenders
OMAP is a crime suppression strategy designed to deter repeat offenders, holding them accountable to release conditions, Vincent told the board that day.
Arrest after home invasion, theft, cross-county getaway attempt
Huron County OPP has arrested one individual following several incidents that spanned Lambton, Huron, and Perth counties on March 18, 2026.
Youth homelessness a growing issue in Perth and Huron Counties
Although there appears to be slight differences to how Huron and Perth Counties are responding to youth experiencing homelessness locally, both are falling short in adequately supporting those in navigating the exit system and preventing those from falling back in, according to recent research.
Kinsmen Euchre tournament
The annual Paddyfest euchre tournament, hosted by the Kinsmen Club of Listowel, boasted a large…
Former local teacher publishes first novel ‘The Outward Appearance’
GUELPH - Former teacher Debra Kalba, who retired after a 30-year career working in schools in the Avon Maitland and Upper Grand District School Boards, recently became a published author with the launch of her book, The Outward Appearance.
