It is a good news story that the Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) trustees adopted their 2026 budget late last month, but it doesn’t line up with what is on the horizon.
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Avon Maitland District School Board trustees adopt 2026 budget
SEAFORTH - Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) trustees adopted the 2026 budget on Jan. 27.
Council grants approvals for 49th annual Paddyfest festivities, concert
LISTOWEL - In two votes, North Perth Council approved the road closures for the 2026 Paddyfest parade route, as well as noise exemptions for the annual concert and other Irish shenanigans.
North Perth supports continuation, expansion and new routes to PC Connect
LISTOWEL - North Perth Council was presented the findings from the Transit Needs Assessment at the Feb. 9 meeting. The report investigated the transit needs of North Perth by reviewing existing services and engaging with residents and community organizations with a vested interest in public transpor
Walkerton Herald-Times Feb. 19 Turnbacks
From Feb. 24, 1993
Multiple local teams compete in South Huron memorial tournament
Feb. 9, 2026 – Playoff games U15B – Midwest 49ers (1) at Southeast Surge (4) Feb. 10, 2026 –…
New report cites local discrimination, hate groups, call to action for 2SLGBTQ+ population support
According to the report, many 2SLGBTQ+ participants expressed they felt excluded from community life, experiencing or witnessing discrimination based on their identities.
Howick Fire secures $16,800 from Fire Grant
HOWICK - At its Jan. 27 regular meeting, council here approved entering into a transfer payment agreement with the Province of Ontario after successfully securing $16,800 through the Fire Protection Grant from the Ontario Fire Marshal’s office.
Listowel Agricultural Society to expand food booth, council to credit water and wastewater management fees
LISTOWEL - Expansion plans for the food booth at the Listowel Fairground were announced in a letter to North Perth council from Listowel Agricultural Society volunteers, who also sought a waiver of associated fees.
Howick amends consolidated fees and charges bylaw
HOWICK - Council here discussed its amendments to the township’s consolidated fees and charges bylaw at its Jan. 27 meeting.
Walkerton Herald-Times Feb. 12 Turnbacks
From Feb. 19, 1992
Grace Stagg’s death – Cromarty Presbyterian Church in 1909
At Stratford-Perth Archives, we often stumble across interesting news stories while conducting our…
Cyclones take win against Strathroy Rockets on home ice
LISTOWEL - The Listowel Cyclones (10th in the Western Conference of the GOHL) played on home ice on Friday, Feb. 6 against the Strathroy Rockets (9th in the Western Conference of the GOHL), despite a winter storm that closed several roads.
Atwood United Church donated surplus
ATWOOD - Due to the generosity of church members, of time, talent and donations, the Atwood United Church finished 2025 with a surplus of funds.
County selects contractor for courthouse roof
STRATFORD - A carryover project from 2025, according to the accepted tender, should come in under budget.
